1966 Austin A 40 vs. 2012 Audi A7
To start off, 2012 Audi A7 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Audi A7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A7 (310 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 263 more horse power than 1966 Austin A 40. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A7 should accelerate faster than 1966 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A7 weights approximately 1148 kg more than 1966 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Audi A7 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Audi A7 (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 359 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Austin A 40. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Austin A 40 | 2012 Audi A7 | |
Make | Austin | Audi |
Model | A 40 | A7 |
Year Released | 1966 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 762 kg | 1910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4968 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2913 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 75 L |