1996 Audi S6 vs. 1961 Austin A 60
To start off, 1996 Audi S6 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Austin A 60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Austin A 60 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) has 275 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 60. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi S6 weights approximately 640 kg more than 1961 Austin A 60. 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 1961 Austin A 60. 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 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A 60. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin A 60.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi S6 | 1961 Austin A 60 | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | S6 | A 60 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4171 cc | 1621 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 34 L |
