1958 Austin Princess 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 Princess. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin Princess would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi A6 (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1958 Austin Princess. (119 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Austin Princess weights approximately 270 kg more than 2010 Audi A6.
Because 2010 Audi A6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Austin Princess. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi A6 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, 2010 Audi A6 (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin Princess. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Austin Princess. 2010 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 1958 Austin Princess has manual transmission. 1958 Austin Princess will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Austin Princess | 2010 Audi A6 | |
Make | Austin | Audi |
Model | Princess | A6 |
Year Released | 1958 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 4200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 119 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4915 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1461 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2842 mm |