1996 Audi S6 vs. 1946 Austin 16
To start off, 1996 Audi S6 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Austin 16. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Austin 16 would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Audi S6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi S6 (322 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 259 more horse power than 1946 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 1946 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi S6 weights approximately 465 kg more than 1946 Austin 16. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Audi S6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1946 Austin 16. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 Audi S6 (400 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Austin 16. (146 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1996 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Austin 16.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi S6 | 1946 Austin 16 | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | S6 | 16 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1946 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 2200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.6:1 | 6.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 121 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 63 L |
