2002 Audi RS6 vs. 1961 Austin A 55
To start off, 2002 Audi RS6 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Austin A 55. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Austin A 55 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Audi RS6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi RS6 (444 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 393 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi RS6 should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Audi RS6 weights approximately 720 kg more than 1961 Austin A 55. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Audi RS6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Austin A 55. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Audi RS6 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, 2002 Audi RS6 (560 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 449 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A 55. (111 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2002 Audi RS6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin A 55.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi RS6 | 1961 Austin A 55 | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | RS6 | A 55 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4350 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |
