2008 Audi A6 vs. 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford
To start off, 2008 Audi A6 is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford would be higher. At 2,698 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A6 (178 HP @ 3300 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford. (105 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford weights approximately 370 kg more than 2008 Audi A6.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Audi A6 (381 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford. (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A6 | 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford | |
| Make | Audi | Austin-Healey |
| Model | A6 | Tickford |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1954 |
| Engine Size | 2698 cc | 2443 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 381 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2600 mm |
