2006 Audi RS4 vs. 1950 Austin A 40
To start off, 2006 Audi RS4 is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Audi RS4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi RS4 (414 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 365 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi RS4 should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi RS4 weights approximately 684 kg more than 1950 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Audi RS4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1950 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi RS4 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, 2006 Audi RS4 (430 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 346 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A 40. (84 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Audi RS4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi RS4 | 1950 Austin A 40 | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | RS4 | A 40 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 65.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 7.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 127 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 34 L |
