2006 Audi A6 vs. 1953 Austin A 135
To start off, 2006 Audi A6 is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin A 135. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin A 135 would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Austin A 135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A6 (343 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 135. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 135. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Austin A 135 weights approximately 440 kg more than 2006 Audi A6.
Because 2006 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Austin A 135. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1953 Austin A 135 (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A6. (243 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1953 Austin A 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A6 | 1953 Austin A 135 | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | A6 | A 135 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3130 cc | 3993 cc |
| Horse Power | 343 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 243 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 2180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 5470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3360 mm |
