2008 Audi A6 vs. 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible
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-Healey Sports Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A6 (296 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A6 weights approximately 298 kg more than 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Audi A6 (400 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A6 | 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | |
| Make | Audi | Austin-Healey |
| Model | A6 | Sports Convertible |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1953 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1452 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2600 mm |
