1953 Ford Prefect vs. 2011 Audi S6
To start off, 2011 Audi S6 is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Ford Prefect would be higher. At 5,200 cc (10 cylinders), 2011 Audi S6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi S6 (435 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 404 more horse power than 1953 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 1953 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi S6 weights approximately 1270 kg more than 1953 Ford Prefect. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Audi S6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Ford Prefect. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi S6 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, 2011 Audi S6 (539 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 468 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2011 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Ford Prefect. 2011 Audi S6 has automatic transmission and 1953 Ford Prefect has manual transmission. 1953 Ford Prefect will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Audi S6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Ford Prefect | 2011 Audi S6 | |
Make | Ford | Audi |
Model | Prefect | S6 |
Year Released | 1953 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 5200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 31 HP | 435 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 539 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 2035 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4915 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1864 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1458 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2847 mm |