2009 Audi A6 vs. 1970 Ford Maverick

To start off, 2009 Audi A6 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Maverick. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Maverick would be higher. At 3,697 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 (177 HP @ 3300 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1970 Ford Maverick. (82 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A6 weights approximately 440 kg more than 1970 Ford Maverick. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1970 Ford Maverick 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 1970 Ford Maverick. 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 (380 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Maverick. (178 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Maverick. 2009 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 1970 Ford Maverick has manual transmission. 1970 Ford Maverick will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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2009 Audi A6 1970 Ford Maverick
Make Audi Ford
Model A6 Maverick
Year Released 2009 1970
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3697 cc 2782 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 177 HP 82 HP
Engine RPM 3300 RPM 4200 RPM
Torque 380 Nm 178 Nm
Torque RPM 1400 RPM 1800 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Vehicle Weight 1655 kg 1215 kg
Vehicle Length 4920 mm 4840 mm
Vehicle Width 1470 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1860 mm 1360 mm
Wheelbase Size 2850 mm 2800 mm