1956 Austin A 90 vs. 2012 Audi S5
To start off, 2012 Audi S5 is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Audi S5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi S5 (354 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 269 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 90. (85 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi S5 should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi S5 weights approximately 430 kg more than 1956 Austin A 90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Audi S5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Austin A 90. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi S5 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, 2012 Audi S5 (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin A 90. (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Audi S5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Austin A 90. 2012 Audi S5 has automatic transmission and 1956 Austin A 90 has manual transmission. 1956 Austin A 90 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Audi S5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Austin A 90 | 2012 Audi S5 | |
Make | Austin | Audi |
Model | A 90 | S5 |
Year Released | 1956 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2639 cc | 4200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 354 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4623 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1382 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 64 L |