1948 AC 2-Litre vs. 1995 Audi A6
To start off, 1995 Audi A6 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 AC 2-Litre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 AC 2-Litre would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Audi A6 (286 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1948 AC 2-Litre. (76 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1948 AC 2-Litre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Audi A6 weights approximately 425 kg more than 1948 AC 2-Litre. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1948 AC 2-Litre. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1995 Audi A6 (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 AC 2-Litre. (137 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 AC 2-Litre.
Compare all specifications:
1948 AC 2-Litre | 1995 Audi A6 | |
Make | AC | Audi |
Model | 2-Litre | A6 |
Year Released | 1948 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 4172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 286 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1745 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2760 mm |