1949 Austin A 70 vs. 2013 Audi A7
To start off, 2013 Audi A7 is newer by 64 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Audi A7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A7 (414 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 351 more horse power than 1949 Austin A 70. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A7 should accelerate faster than 1949 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A7 weights approximately 675 kg more than 1949 Austin A 70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Audi A7 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1949 Austin A 70. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Audi A7 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Austin A 70 | 2013 Audi A7 | |
| Make | Austin | Audi |
| Model | A 70 | A7 |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | single |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2139 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1408 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2914 mm |
