2008 Audi A6 vs. 1973 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 2008 Audi A6 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 4,097 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A6 (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1973 Ford Fairlane. (150 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1973 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A6 weights approximately 230 kg more than 1973 Ford Fairlane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Ford Fairlane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1973 Ford Fairlane (339 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A6. (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1973 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A6 | 1973 Ford Fairlane | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A6 | Fairlane |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3121 cc | 4097 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 13.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2950 mm |
