1998 Audi A6 vs. 1962 Austin Princess
To start off, 1998 Audi A6 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Austin Princess. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Austin Princess would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Audi A6 (286 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1962 Austin Princess. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1962 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Austin Princess weights approximately 395 kg more than 1998 Audi A6.
Because 1962 Austin Princess 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 1962 Austin Princess. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Audi A6 (401 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin Princess. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Austin Princess.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Audi A6 | 1962 Austin Princess | |
Make | Audi | Austin |
Model | A6 | Princess |
Year Released | 1998 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4172 cc | 3993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 286 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 401 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 2180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 72 L |