2008 Audi S6 vs. 1970 Ford Escort
To start off, 2008 Audi S6 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Escort would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Audi S6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi S6 (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 297 more horse power than 1970 Ford Escort. (38 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi S6 weights approximately 1010 kg more than 1970 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Audi S6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Ford Escort. 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, 2008 Audi S6 (420 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 352 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Escort. (68 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi S6 | 1970 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | S6 | Escort |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2400 mm |
