2008 Audi A6 vs. 1950 Austin A 70
To start off, 2008 Audi A6 is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 2,965 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A6 (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A6 weights approximately 480 kg more than 1950 Austin A 70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1950 Austin A 70. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Audi A6 (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A 70. (158 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Austin A 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A6 | 1950 Austin A 70 | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | A6 | A 70 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2965 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 247 km/hour | 134 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 56 L |
