2007 Audi A6 vs. 1959 Austin A 35
To start off, 2007 Audi A6 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin A 35. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin A 35 would be higher. At 2,393 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A6 (176 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 35. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A6 weights approximately 790 kg more than 1959 Austin A 35. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Audi A6 (230 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 35. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin A 35.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Audi A6 | 1959 Austin A 35 | |
Make | Audi | Austin |
Model | A6 | A 35 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2393 cc | 948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 176 HP | 34 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 68 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 62.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 76.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 26 L |