2008 Audi S6 vs. 1975 Mazda Familia

To start off, 2008 Audi S6 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Audi S6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi S6 (435 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 361 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi S6 weights approximately 360 kg more than 1975 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Let's talk about torque, 2008 Audi S6 (540 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 430 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Familia. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Familia.

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2008 Audi S6 1975 Mazda Familia
Make Audi Mazda
Model S6 Familia
Year Released 2008 1975
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5204 cc 1271 cc
Horse Power 435 HP 74 HP
Engine RPM 6800 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 540 Nm 110 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 3500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Vehicle Weight 1160 kg 800 kg
Vehicle Length 4920 mm 3860 mm
Vehicle Width 2020 mm 1550 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1390 mm
Wheelbase Size 2850 mm 2270 mm