2000 Audi A6 vs. 1959 Austin A 99
To start off, 2000 Audi A6 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin A 99. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin A 99 would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Austin A 99 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi A6 (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 99. (108 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi A6 weights approximately 190 kg more than 1959 Austin A 99. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Austin A 99. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Audi A6 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, 2000 Audi A6 (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 99. (224 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin A 99.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A6 | 1959 Austin A 99 | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | A6 | A 99 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2671 cc | 2912 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 246 km/hour | 157 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |
