2008 Audi S6 vs. 1968 Chrysler Town & Country
To start off, 2008 Audi S6 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Chrysler Town & Country. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chrysler Town & Country would be higher. At 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi S6 (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1968 Chrysler Town & Country. (305 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 1968 Chrysler Town & Country. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 351 kg more than 2008 Audi S6.
Because 2008 Audi S6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Chrysler Town & Country. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi S6 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, 1968 Chrysler Town & Country (543 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi S6. (420 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1968 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi S6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi S6 | 1968 Chrysler Town & Country | |
| Make | Audi | Chrysler |
| Model | S6 | Town & Country |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 7206 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 543 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 2166 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 68 L |
