1996 Audi S6 vs. 1971 Austin 3
To start off, 1996 Audi S6 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Austin 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Austin 3 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 212 more horse power than 1971 Austin 3. (123 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 1971 Austin 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi S6 weights approximately 270 kg more than 1971 Austin 3. 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 1971 Austin 3. 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 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Austin 3. (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Austin 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi S6 | 1971 Austin 3 | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | S6 | 3 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4171 cc | 2910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 83.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2940 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 65 L |
