2007 Audi S6 vs. 1963 Austin A 99
To start off, 2007 Audi S6 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Austin A 99. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Austin A 99 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 329 more horse power than 1963 Austin A 99. (107 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 1963 Austin A 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi S6 weights approximately 230 kg more than 1963 Austin A 99. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Audi S6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Austin A 99. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi S6 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 S6 (540 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Austin A 99. (224 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Austin A 99. 2007 Audi S6 has automatic transmission and 1963 Austin A 99 has manual transmission. 1963 Austin A 99 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Audi S6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Audi S6 | 1963 Austin A 99 | |
Make | Audi | Austin |
Model | S6 | A 99 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5204 cc | 2912 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 436 HP | 107 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 540 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 83.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 88.9 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 | 1760 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 34 L |