1948 AC 2-Litre vs. 2010 Audi A6
To start off, 2010 Audi A6 is newer by 62 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi A6 (300 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 1948 AC 2-Litre. (76 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1948 AC 2-Litre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi A6 weights approximately 595 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 2010 Audi A6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1948 AC 2-Litre. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Audi A6 (420 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 AC 2-Litre. (137 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 AC 2-Litre. 2010 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 1948 AC 2-Litre has manual transmission. 1948 AC 2-Litre will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1948 AC 2-Litre | 2010 Audi A6 | |
Make | AC | Audi |
Model | 2-Litre | A6 |
Year Released | 1948 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4933 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1478 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2842 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 80 L |