2009 Audi A6 vs. 1968 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2009 Audi A6 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,393 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 (176 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1968 Toyota Corona. (70 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1968 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A6 weights approximately 535 kg more than 1968 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Toyota Corona is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (230 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Toyota Corona. (115 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A6 | 1968 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A6 | Corona |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 78.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
