1958 Austin A135 vs. 2010 Audi A6
To start off, 2010 Audi A6 is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Austin A135. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin A135 would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Austin A135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi A6 (265 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1958 Austin A135. (150 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin A135. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Austin A135 weights approximately 330 kg more than 2010 Audi A6.
Because 1958 Austin A135 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1958 Austin A135. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi A6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Audi A6 (329 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin A135. (308 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Austin A135.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Austin A135 | 2010 Audi A6 | |
Make | Austin | Audi |
Model | A135 | A6 |
Year Released | 1958 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 3200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 308 Nm | 329 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4915 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1461 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2842 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 80 L |