2006 Audi A6 vs. 1957 Austin A 35

To start off, 2006 Audi A6 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin A 35. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin A 35 would be higher. At 3,123 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A6 (253 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 1957 Austin A 35. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin A 35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A6 weights approximately 990 kg more than 1957 Austin A 35. 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 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin A 35. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Austin A 35.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Audi A6 1957 Austin A 35
Make Audi Austin
Model A6 A 35
Year Released 2006 1957
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3123 cc 948 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 253 HP 34 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 4750 RPM
Torque 330 Nm 68 Nm
Torque RPM 3250 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84.5 mm 62.9 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92.8 mm 76.2 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 12.5:1 8.3:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1680 kg 690 kg
Vehicle Length 4920 mm 3470 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1410 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 2850 mm 2030 mm