2009 Audi S6 vs. 1983 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight
To start off, 2009 Audi S6 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight 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 327 more horse power than 1983 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (108 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 1983 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight.
Because 2009 Audi S6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. 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 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi S6 | 1983 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | |
| Make | Audi | Oldsmobile |
| Model | S6 | Eighty-Eight |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 435 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 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 Length | 4920 mm | 5550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2960 mm |
