1954 Austin A 90 vs. 2013 Audi A7
To start off, 2013 Audi A7 is newer by 59 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin A 90 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 (306 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 90. (85 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A7 should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A7 weights approximately 590 kg more than 1954 Austin A 90. 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 1954 Austin A 90. 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. Let's talk about torque, 2013 Audi A7 (441 Nm) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 90. (168 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin A 90 | 2013 Audi A7 | |
| Make | Austin | Audi |
| Model | A 90 | A7 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | single |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4969 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2139 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2914 mm |
