2009 Audi A6 vs. 1973 De Tomaso Deauville
To start off, 2009 Audi A6 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 De Tomaso Deauville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 De Tomaso Deauville would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 De Tomaso Deauville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 (342 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1973 De Tomaso Deauville. (297 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1973 De Tomaso Deauville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 De Tomaso Deauville weights approximately 400 kg more than 2009 Audi A6.
Because 2009 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 De Tomaso Deauville. 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, 1973 De Tomaso Deauville (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A6. (243 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1973 De Tomaso Deauville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi A6 | 1973 De Tomaso Deauville | |
Make | Audi | De Tomaso |
Model | A6 | Deauville |
Year Released | 2009 | 1973 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3129 cc | 5763 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 342 HP | 297 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 243 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.7 mm | 88.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2610 mm |