1996 Audi S6 vs. 1954 Austin A 135
To start off, 1996 Audi S6 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin A 135. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin A 135 would be higher. At 4,170 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Audi S6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi S6 (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 135. (125 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 135. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin A 135 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1996 Audi S6.
Because 1996 Audi S6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Austin A 135. 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 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 135. (288 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1996 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin A 135. 1996 Audi S6 has automatic transmission and 1954 Austin A 135 has manual transmission. 1954 Austin A 135 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Audi S6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi S6 | 1954 Austin A 135 | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | S6 | A 135 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4170 cc | 3992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 288 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 6.8:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 34 L |
