1951 Austin A 40 vs. 2004 Audi A6
To start off, 2004 Audi A6 is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 2,671 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A6 (248 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A6 weights approximately 750 kg more than 1951 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Audi A6 (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A 40. (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Austin A 40 | 2004 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Austin | Audi |
| Model | A 40 | A6 |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 2671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 248 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 70 L |
