1996 Audi S6 vs. 1963 Austin Princess
To start off, 1996 Audi S6 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Austin Princess. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Austin Princess 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 204 more horse power than 1963 Austin Princess. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 1963 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Austin Princess weights approximately 435 kg more than 1996 Audi S6.
Because 1996 Audi S6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Austin Princess. 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 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Austin Princess. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Austin Princess.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Audi S6 | 1963 Austin Princess | |
Make | Audi | Austin |
Model | S6 | Princess |
Year Released | 1996 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4172 cc | 3992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 322 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.6:1 | 8.5:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 2180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 45 L |