1995 Audi S6 vs. 1959 Austin A 99
To start off, 1995 Audi S6 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin A 99. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin A 99 would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Austin A 99 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Audi S6 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 99. (108 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Audi S6 weights approximately 205 kg more than 1959 Austin A 99. 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 1959 Austin A 99. 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 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 99. (224 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin A 99.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Audi S6 | 1959 Austin A 99 | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | S6 | A 99 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 2912 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 72 L |
