2000 Audi A6 vs. 1961 Austin A 40
To start off, 2000 Audi A6 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 2,669 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi A6 (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 40. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi A6 weights approximately 860 kg more than 1961 Austin A 40. 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 1961 Austin A 40. 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 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A6 | 1961 Austin A 40 | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | A6 | A 40 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2669 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 64.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2220 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |
