2008 Audi A6 vs. 1950 Austin A 90
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 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 3,123 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A6 (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 90. (88 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Austin A 90 weights approximately 200 kg more than 2008 Audi A6.
Because 1950 Austin A 90 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1950 Austin A 90. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A 90. (191 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A6 | 1950 Austin A 90 | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | A6 | A 90 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3123 cc | 2660 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 34 L |
