1994 Audi A6 vs. 1960 Austin A 99
To start off, 1994 Audi A6 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Austin A 99. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Austin A 99 would be higher. At 2,910 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Austin A 99 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Audi A6 (227 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1960 Austin A 99. (106 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin A 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Audi A6 weights approximately 170 kg more than 1960 Austin A 99. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Austin A 99. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1994 Audi A6 (350 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin A 99. (224 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1994 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin A 99.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Audi A6 | 1960 Austin A 99 | |
Make | Audi | Austin |
Model | A6 | A 99 |
Year Released | 1994 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2226 cc | 2910 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 83.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2800 mm |