2009 Audi S6 vs. 1950 Austin A 40
To start off, 2009 Audi S6 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 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi S6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi S6 (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 297 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi S6 weights approximately 845 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 S6 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 S6 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 S6 (420 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A 40. (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2009 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi S6 | 1950 Austin A 40 | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | S6 | A 40 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 1200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 65.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 48 L |
