2009 Audi A4 vs. 1968 Austin 3-Litre
To start off, 2009 Audi A4 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Austin 3-Litre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Austin 3-Litre would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Austin 3-Litre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Austin 3-Litre (124 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2009 Audi A4. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Austin 3-Litre should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Austin 3-Litre weights approximately 60 kg more than 2009 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Austin 3-Litre. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 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, 2009 Audi A4 (285 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Austin 3-Litre. (219 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Austin 3-Litre.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi A4 | 1968 Austin 3-Litre | |
Make | Audi | Austin |
Model | A4 | 3-Litre |
Year Released | 2009 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 2912 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 219 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.6 mm | 83.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 88.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2940 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |