2006 Audi A6 vs. 1959 Ford Anglia

To start off, 2006 Audi A6 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ford Anglia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford Anglia would be higher. At 3,130 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A6 (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1959 Ford Anglia. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A6 weights approximately 702 kg more than 1959 Ford Anglia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1959 Ford Anglia 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 Ford Anglia. 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 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Anglia. (72 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Anglia.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Audi A6 1959 Ford Anglia
Make Audi Ford
Model A6 Anglia
Year Released 2006 1959
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3130 cc 997 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 255 HP 38 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 330 Nm 72 Nm
Torque RPM 3250 RPM 2700 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 13.0:1 8.9:1
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1510 kg 808 kg
Vehicle Length 4920 mm 3930 mm
Vehicle Width 2020 mm 1470 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2850 mm 2310 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 80 L 31 L


 

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