2009 Audi A5 vs. 1957 Vauxhall Victor
To start off, 2009 Audi A5 is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Vauxhall Victor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Vauxhall Victor would be higher. At 2,698 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A5 (187 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1957 Vauxhall Victor. (47 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1957 Vauxhall Victor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A5 weights approximately 595 kg more than 1957 Vauxhall Victor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 Vauxhall Victor is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1957 Vauxhall Victor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A5, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 A5 (400 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Vauxhall Victor. (110 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Vauxhall Victor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A5 | 1957 Vauxhall Victor | |
| Make | Audi | Vauxhall |
| Model | A5 | Victor |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2698 cc | 1506 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2500 mm |
