2009 Audi A6 vs. 1967 Ford GT 40
To start off, 2009 Audi A6 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Ford GT 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Ford GT 40 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Ford GT 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 2009 Audi A6. (178 HP @ 3300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A6 weights approximately 788 kg more than 1967 Ford GT 40.
Because 2009 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Ford GT 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 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, 2009 Audi A6 (380 Nm) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 2009 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Ford GT 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A6 | 1967 Ford GT 40 | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A6 | GT 40 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2698 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3300 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 95.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 72.9 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1698 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 125 L |
