2005 Audi S6 vs. 1952 Austin A 40
To start off, 2005 Audi S6 is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi S6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi S6 (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 294 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi S6 weights approximately 815 kg more than 1952 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Audi S6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1952 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi S6 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, 2005 Audi S6 (420 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 341 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A 40. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S6 | 1952 Austin A 40 | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | S6 | A 40 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1952 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 1199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 65.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 7.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 113 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2360 mm |
