2009 Audi S6 vs. 1958 Austin A 40
To start off, 2009 Audi S6 is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Audi S6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi S6 (435 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 400 more horse power than 1958 Austin A 40. (35 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin A 40.
Because 2009 Audi S6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 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 (540 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 472 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Austin A 40. 2009 Audi S6 has automatic transmission and 1958 Austin A 40 has manual transmission. 1958 Austin A 40 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Audi S6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Audi S6 | 1958 Austin A 40 | |
Make | Audi | Austin |
Model | S6 | A 40 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5204 cc | 948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 435 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 540 Nm | 68 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 62.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 76.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 8.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2130 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 26 L |