2009 Audi A6 vs. 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible
To start off, 2009 Audi A6 is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 (430 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 325 more horse power than 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A6 weights approximately 460 kg more than 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Audi A6 (540 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A6 | 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | |
| Make | Audi | Austin-Healey |
| Model | A6 | Sports Convertible |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1958 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 2991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 430 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2600 mm |
