2009 Audi A6 vs. 1976 Buick Estate
To start off, 2009 Audi A6 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Buick Estate would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1976 Buick Estate. (153 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1976 Buick Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Buick Estate weights approximately 369 kg more than 2009 Audi A6.
Because 1976 Buick Estate 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 1976 Buick Estate. 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, 1976 Buick Estate (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A6. (231 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1976 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi A6 | 1976 Buick Estate | |
Make | Audi | Buick |
Model | A6 | Estate |
Year Released | 2009 | 1976 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2393 cc | 5736 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 96.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 97.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1884 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2950 mm |