2009 Audi S6 vs. 1975 Volkswagen Rabbit
To start off, 2009 Audi S6 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Volkswagen Rabbit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Volkswagen Rabbit would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Audi S6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi S6 (435 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 365 more horse power than 1975 Volkswagen Rabbit. (70 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 1975 Volkswagen Rabbit.
Because 2009 Audi S6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Volkswagen Rabbit. 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, 2009 Audi S6 (540 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 430 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volkswagen Rabbit. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volkswagen Rabbit. 2009 Audi S6 has automatic transmission and 1975 Volkswagen Rabbit has manual transmission. 1975 Volkswagen Rabbit will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Audi S6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Audi S6 | 1975 Volkswagen Rabbit | |
Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
Model | S6 | Rabbit |
Year Released | 2009 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5204 cc | 1470 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 435 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 540 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 73.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2410 mm |