2008 Audi RS6 vs. 1975 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2008 Audi RS6 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 4,175 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Audi RS6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi RS6 (580 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 480 more horse power than 1975 Chevrolet Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi RS6 should accelerate faster than 1975 Chevrolet Suburban.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Audi RS6 (881 Nm @ 6250 RPM) has 638 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Chevrolet Suburban. (243 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2008 Audi RS6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi RS6 | 1975 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
| Model | RS6 | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4175 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 580 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 881 Nm | 243 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6250 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1950 mm |
