2008 Audi S6 vs. 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 2008 Audi S6 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 7,446 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi S6 (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado. (265 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 300 kg more than 2008 Audi S6.
Because 2008 Audi S6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado. 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, 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado (519 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi S6. (420 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi S6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi S6 | 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
| Make | Audi | Oldsmobile |
| Model | S6 | Toronado |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 7446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 519 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 104.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 108 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 2115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 91 L |
