2007 Audi S6 vs. 1961 Austin 7
To start off, 2007 Audi S6 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Austin 7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Austin 7 would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2007 Audi S6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi S6 (436 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 403 more horse power than 1961 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi S6 weights approximately 1150 kg more than 1961 Austin 7. 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 S6 (540 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 480 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin 7. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi S6 | 1961 Austin 7 | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | S6 | 7 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 436 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 72 L |
