2006 Audi S6 vs. 1955 Austin A 55
To start off, 2006 Audi S6 is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin A 55. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin A 55 would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Audi S6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi S6 (420 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 369 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 55.
Because 2006 Audi S6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Austin A 55. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi S6 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 S6 (732 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 622 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 55. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Austin A 55. 2006 Audi S6 has automatic transmission and 1955 Austin A 55 has manual transmission. 1955 Austin A 55 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Audi S6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi S6 | 1955 Austin A 55 | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | S6 | A 55 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 732 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1570 mm |
