2009 Audi A6 vs. 1950 Austin A 40
To start off, 2009 Audi A6 is newer by 59 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A6 weights approximately 850 kg more than 1950 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1950 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 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 A6 (451 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 371 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A 40. (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A6 | 1950 Austin A 40 | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | A6 | A 40 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 65.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 48 L |
