1996 Audi S6 vs. 1953 Austin A 40
To start off, 1996 Audi S6 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 4,171 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Audi S6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi S6 (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 294 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi S6 weights approximately 728 kg more than 1953 Austin A 40. 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 1953 Austin A 40. 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 (420 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 336 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 40. (84 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1996 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi S6 | 1953 Austin A 40 | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | S6 | A 40 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4171 cc | 1200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 34 L |
