2009 Audi A6 vs. 1970 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2009 Audi A6 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 3,121 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Crown. (115 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A6 weights approximately 250 kg more than 1970 Toyota Crown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Toyota Crown 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 Toyota Crown. 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 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Crown. (172 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A6 | 1970 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A6 | Crown |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3121 cc | 2253 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
