2009 Audi S5 vs. 1961 Reliant Sabre Six
To start off, 2009 Audi S5 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Reliant Sabre Six. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Reliant Sabre Six would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi S5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi S5 (354 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 1961 Reliant Sabre Six. (109 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi S5 should accelerate faster than 1961 Reliant Sabre Six. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi S5 weights approximately 954 kg more than 1961 Reliant Sabre Six. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi S5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Reliant Sabre Six. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi S5 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 S5 (441 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Reliant Sabre Six. (186 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Audi S5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Reliant Sabre Six.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi S5 | 1961 Reliant Sabre Six | |
| Make | Audi | Reliant |
| Model | S5 | Sabre Six |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2553 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 354 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 179 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 816 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 38 L |
