2009 Audi A6 vs. 1972 Vauxhall Victor

To start off, 2009 Audi A6 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Vauxhall Victor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Vauxhall Victor would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1972 Vauxhall Victor. (76 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1972 Vauxhall Victor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A6 weights approximately 440 kg more than 1972 Vauxhall Victor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1972 Vauxhall Victor 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 1972 Vauxhall Victor. 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 (321 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Vauxhall Victor. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Vauxhall Victor.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Audi A6 1972 Vauxhall Victor
Make Audi Vauxhall
Model A6 Victor
Year Released 2009 1972
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1968 cc 1759 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 134 HP 76 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 321 Nm 134 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 3000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 81 mm 85.7 mm
Engine Stroke Size 95.5 mm 76.2 mm
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 1550 kg 1110 kg
Vehicle Length 4930 mm 4570 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1710 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1360 mm
Wheelbase Size 2850 mm 2680 mm