1956 Porsche 550 A vs. 2010 Audi S6
To start off, 2010 Audi S6 is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Porsche 550 A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Porsche 550 A would be higher. At 5,200 cc (10 cylinders), 2010 Audi S6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi S6 (435 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 327 more horse power than 1956 Porsche 550 A. (108 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 1956 Porsche 550 A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi S6 weights approximately 1430 kg more than 1956 Porsche 550 A. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Audi S6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Porsche 550 A. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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. 2010 Audi S6 has automatic transmission and 1956 Porsche 550 A has manual transmission. 1956 Porsche 550 A will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Audi S6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Porsche 550 A | 2010 Audi S6 | |
| Make | Porsche | Audi |
| Model | 550 A | S6 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 5200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 435 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 605 kg | 2035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4915 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1864 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2847 mm |
