2007 Audi A6 vs. 1952 Austin A 40
To start off, 2007 Audi A6 is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A6 (221 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A6 weights approximately 520 kg more than 1952 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1952 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi A6 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, 2007 Audi A6 (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 367 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A 40. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A6 | 1952 Austin A 40 | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | A6 | A 40 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1952 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 65.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 34 L |
