2005 Audi A6 vs. 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford
To start off, 2005 Audi A6 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A6 (247 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford. (105 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A6 weights approximately 255 kg more than 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Audi A6 (320 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford. (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Audi A6 | 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford | |
Make | Audi | Austin-Healey |
Model | A6 | Tickford |
Year Released | 2005 | 1955 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4172 cc | 2443 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2600 mm |