1955 Morris Oxford vs. 2000 Audi A6
To start off, 2000 Audi A6 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 2,671 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi A6 (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1955 Morris Oxford. (49 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1955 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi A6 weights approximately 635 kg more than 1955 Morris Oxford. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Morris Oxford. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Audi A6 (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Morris Oxford. (106 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2000 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Morris Oxford. 2000 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 1955 Morris Oxford has manual transmission. 1955 Morris Oxford will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Morris Oxford | 2000 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Morris | Audi |
| Model | Oxford | A6 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 2671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2770 mm |
