1961 Morgan 4 vs. 2011 Audi S6
To start off, 2011 Audi S6 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 5,200 cc (10 cylinders), 2011 Audi S6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi S6 (435 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 401 more horse power than 1961 Morgan 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 1961 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi S6 weights approximately 1355 kg more than 1961 Morgan 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Audi S6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Morgan 4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Audi S6 (539 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 467 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Morgan 4. (72 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2011 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Morgan 4. 2011 Audi S6 has automatic transmission and 1961 Morgan 4 has manual transmission. 1961 Morgan 4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Audi S6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Morgan 4 | 2011 Audi S6 | |
| Make | Morgan | Audi |
| Model | 4 | S6 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 5200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 435 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 539 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 2035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4915 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1864 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1458 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2847 mm |
