2007 Audi A6 vs. 1961 Austin A 55
To start off, 2007 Audi A6 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Austin A 55. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Austin A 55 would be higher. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A6 (178 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A6 weights approximately 770 kg more than 1961 Austin A 55. 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 1961 Austin A 55. 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 (370 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A 55. (111 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin A 55.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A6 | 1961 Austin A 55 | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | A6 | A 55 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4350 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |
