2008 Audi S6 vs. 1959 Austin A 135
To start off, 2008 Audi S6 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin A 135. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin A 135 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 279 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 135. (150 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 135. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Austin A 135 weights approximately 170 kg more than 2008 Audi S6.
Because 2008 Audi S6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Austin A 135. 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 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 135. (308 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin A 135. 2008 Audi S6 has automatic transmission and 1959 Austin A 135 has manual transmission. 1959 Austin A 135 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.
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2008 Audi S6 | 1959 Austin A 135 | |
Make | Audi | Austin |
Model | S6 | A 135 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5202 cc | 3993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 429 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 540 Nm | 308 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 87.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 111.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 7.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 2080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3100 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 34 L |