2008 Audi RS6 vs. 1966 Austin A 40
To start off, 2008 Audi RS6 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Audi RS6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi RS6 (444 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 397 more horse power than 1966 Austin A 40. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi RS6 should accelerate faster than 1966 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi RS6 weights approximately 1193 kg more than 1966 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Audi RS6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi RS6 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 RS6 (560 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 479 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Austin A 40. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Audi RS6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi RS6 | 1966 Austin A 40 | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | RS6 | A 40 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 64.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 83.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 762 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2220 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 29 L |
