1996 Morgan Plus 4 vs. 2013 Audi A5
To start off, 2013 Audi A5 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Morgan Plus 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A5 (208 HP) has 71 more horse power than 1996 Morgan Plus 4. (137 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1996 Morgan Plus 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A5 weights approximately 709 kg more than 1996 Morgan Plus 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2013 Audi A5 (350 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Morgan Plus 4. (177 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Morgan Plus 4.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Morgan Plus 4 | 2013 Audi A5 | |
Make | Morgan | Audi |
Model | Plus 4 | A5 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | rear |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 137 HP | 208 HP |
Torque | 177 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1629 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4626 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1372 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2751 mm |