2008 Audi S6 vs. 1972 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2008 Audi S6 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,202 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Audi S6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi S6 (429 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 329 more horse power than 1972 Chevrolet Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 1972 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 290 kg more than 2008 Audi S6.
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 S6 (540 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Chevrolet Suburban. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2008 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi S6 | 1972 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
| Model | S6 | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5202 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 429 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 242 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3300 mm |
