1948 AC 2-Litre vs. 2006 Audi A6
To start off, 2006 Audi A6 is newer by 58 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 3,123 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A6 (253 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1948 AC 2-Litre. (76 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1948 AC 2-Litre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A6 weights approximately 360 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 1948 AC 2-Litre is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1948 AC 2-Litre. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi A6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Audi A6 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 AC 2-Litre. (137 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 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 | 2006 Audi A6 | |
| Make | AC | Audi |
| Model | 2-Litre | A6 |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3123 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 253 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2850 mm |
