1995 Audi S6 vs. 1956 Ford Consul
To start off, 1995 Audi S6 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Ford Consul would be higher. At 2,226 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Audi S6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Audi S6 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1956 Ford Consul. (51 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Audi S6 weights approximately 649 kg more than 1956 Ford Consul. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Audi S6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Ford Consul. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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. Let's talk about torque, 1995 Audi S6 (350 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Consul. (127 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1995 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Audi S6 | 1956 Ford Consul | |
Make | Audi | Ford |
Model | S6 | Consul |
Year Released | 1995 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2226 cc | 1703 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1086 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 47 L |