2006 Audi A6 vs. 1959 Austin A 135
To start off, 2006 Audi A6 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin A 135. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin A 135 would be higher. At 4,161 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A6 (335 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 135. (150 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 135. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Austin A 135 weights approximately 200 kg more than 2006 Audi A6.
Because 1959 Austin A 135 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Austin A 135. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi A6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Audi A6 (420 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 135. (308 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin A 135.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A6 | 1959 Austin A 135 | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | A6 | A 135 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4161 cc | 3993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 308 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 7.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 2080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3100 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 34 L |
