2006 Audi A6 vs. 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible
To start off, 2006 Audi A6 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A6 (296 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A6 weights approximately 365 kg more than 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Audi A6 (401 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A6 | 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | |
| Make | Audi | Austin-Healey |
| Model | A6 | Sports Convertible |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1956 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2600 mm |
