1996 Audi S6 vs. 1954 Ford Vedette
To start off, 1996 Audi S6 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Ford Vedette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Ford Vedette 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 256 more horse power than 1954 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 1954 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi S6 weights approximately 620 kg more than 1954 Ford Vedette. 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 1954 Ford Vedette. 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 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Ford Vedette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi S6 | 1954 Ford Vedette | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | S6 | Vedette |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 2158 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2700 mm |
