2009 Audi A6 vs. 1963 Vauxhall Victor

To start off, 2009 Audi A6 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Vauxhall Victor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Vauxhall Victor would be higher. At 2,698 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 (178 HP @ 3300 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1963 Vauxhall Victor. (49 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1963 Vauxhall Victor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A6 weights approximately 220 kg more than 1963 Vauxhall Victor. 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 1963 Vauxhall Victor. 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 (380 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Vauxhall Victor. (109 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Vauxhall Victor.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Audi A6 1963 Vauxhall Victor
Make Audi Vauxhall
Model A6 Victor
Year Released 2009 1963
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2698 cc 1507 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 178 HP 49 HP
Engine RPM 3300 RPM 4600 RPM
Torque 380 Nm 109 Nm
Torque RPM 1400 RPM 2400 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 17.0:1 9.3:1
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1160 kg 940 kg
Vehicle Length 4920 mm 4410 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1640 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 2850 mm 2550 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 80 L 48 L


 

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