2007 Audi A6 vs. 1959 Ford Consul
To start off, 2007 Audi A6 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford Consul would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A6 (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 303 more horse power than 1959 Ford Consul. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A6 weights approximately 656 kg more than 1959 Ford Consul. 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 1959 Ford Consul. 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 (441 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Consul. (124 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Consul. 2007 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 1959 Ford Consul has manual transmission. 1959 Ford Consul will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A6 | 1959 Ford Consul | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A6 | Consul |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1702 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1089 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 47 L |
