2008 Citroen C6 vs. 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 2008 Citroen C6 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 7,446 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado (265 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C6. (201 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 245 kg more than 2008 Citroen C6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado (518 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C6. (440 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C6.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Citroen C6 | 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
Make | Citroen | Oldsmobile |
Model | C6 | Toronado |
Year Released | 2008 | 1975 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2720 cc | 7446 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 518 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 104.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 108 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 2115 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3110 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 91 L |