2007 Audi S6 vs. 1964 Austin Princess
To start off, 2007 Audi S6 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Austin Princess. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Austin Princess 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 317 more horse power than 1964 Austin Princess. (119 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Austin Princess weights approximately 420 kg more than 2007 Audi S6.
Because 2007 Audi S6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Austin Princess. 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 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin Princess. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Austin Princess. 2007 Audi S6 has automatic transmission and 1964 Austin Princess has manual transmission. 1964 Austin Princess 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi S6 | 1964 Austin Princess | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | S6 | Princess |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 3993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 436 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 2180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 72 L |
