1997 Audi A6 vs. 1972 Jensen Healey
To start off, 1997 Audi A6 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Jensen Healey. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Jensen Healey would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Audi A6 (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1972 Jensen Healey. (138 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1972 Jensen Healey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Audi A6 weights approximately 515 kg more than 1972 Jensen Healey. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Jensen Healey is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 Jensen Healey. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Audi A6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1997 Audi A6 (310 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Jensen Healey. (176 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1997 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Jensen Healey.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Audi A6 | 1972 Jensen Healey | |
| Make | Audi | Jensen |
| Model | A6 | Healey |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.3 mm | 95.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 69.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.5:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 218 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
