2004 Audi RS6 vs. 1961 Singer Gazelle

To start off, 2004 Audi RS6 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Singer Gazelle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Singer Gazelle would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Audi RS6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi RS6 (445 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 393 more horse power than 1961 Singer Gazelle. (52 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi RS6 should accelerate faster than 1961 Singer Gazelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi RS6 weights approximately 796 kg more than 1961 Singer Gazelle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2004 Audi RS6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Singer Gazelle. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Audi RS6 (560 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 442 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Singer Gazelle. (118 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2004 Audi RS6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Singer Gazelle.

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2004 Audi RS6 1961 Singer Gazelle
Make Audi Singer
Model RS6 Gazelle
Year Released 2004 1961
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4163 cc 1592 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 445 HP 52 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 4100 RPM
Torque 560 Nm 118 Nm
Torque RPM 1950 RPM 2100 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84.5 mm 81.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 93 mm 76.2 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.0:1 8.3:1
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1840 kg 1044 kg
Vehicle Length 4800 mm 4160 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1550 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1520 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2440 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 45 L