2008 Audi A6 vs. 1953 Austin A 135
To start off, 2008 Audi A6 is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin A 135. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin A 135 would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Austin A 135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A6 (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 135. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 135. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Austin A 135 weights approximately 645 kg more than 2008 Audi A6.
Because 1953 Austin A 135 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 1953 Austin A 135. 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 (285 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 135. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Austin A 135.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A6 | 1953 Austin A 135 | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | A6 | A 135 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1894 cc | 3993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 2180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3360 mm |
