2009 Audi A6 vs. 1979 De Tomaso Deauville
To start off, 2009 Audi A6 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 De Tomaso Deauville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 De Tomaso Deauville would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 De Tomaso Deauville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 (300 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1979 De Tomaso Deauville. (296 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1979 De Tomaso Deauville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 De Tomaso Deauville weights approximately 1045 kg more than 2009 Audi A6.
Because 2009 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 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, 1979 De Tomaso Deauville (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A6. (420 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1979 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 | 1979 De Tomaso Deauville | |
Make | Audi | De Tomaso |
Model | A6 | Deauville |
Year Released | 2009 | 1979 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2995 cc | 5763 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2610 mm |