2009 Audi S6 vs. 1968 Plymouth GTX
To start off, 2009 Audi S6 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Plymouth GTX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Plymouth GTX would be higher. At 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Plymouth GTX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Plymouth GTX (375 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2009 Audi S6. (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Plymouth GTX should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi S6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi S6 weights approximately 218 kg more than 1968 Plymouth GTX.
Because 2009 Audi S6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Plymouth GTX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi S6 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, 1968 Plymouth GTX (651 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi S6. (420 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1968 Plymouth GTX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi S6.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi S6 | 1968 Plymouth GTX | |
Make | Audi | Plymouth |
Model | S6 | GTX |
Year Released | 2009 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4172 cc | 7206 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 375 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 651 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 109.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 95.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1597 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2950 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 72 L |