1996 Audi S6 vs. 1950 Austin A135
To start off, 1996 Audi S6 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Austin A135. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Austin A135 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 198 more horse power than 1950 Austin A135. (124 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A135. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Austin A135 weights approximately 275 kg more than 1996 Audi S6.
Because 1996 Audi S6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1950 Austin A135. 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 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A135. (288 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1996 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Austin A135.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi S6 | 1950 Austin A135 | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | S6 | A135 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 3993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 288 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 87.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.6:1 | 6.8:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 2020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 34 L |
