2008 Audi S6 vs. 1956 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2008 Audi S6 is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 5,202 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Audi S6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi S6 (429 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 380 more horse power than 1956 Toyota Crown. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 1956 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi S6 weights approximately 660 kg more than 1956 Toyota Crown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Audi S6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Toyota Crown. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi S6 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 S6 (540 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 432 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Toyota Crown. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Toyota Crown. 2008 Audi S6 has automatic transmission and 1956 Toyota Crown has manual transmission. 1956 Toyota Crown will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Audi S6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi S6 | 1956 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | S6 | Crown |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5202 cc | 1453 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 429 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2540 mm |
