1997 Audi A6 vs. 1959 Rover P4
To start off, 1997 Audi A6 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Rover P4 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Audi A6 (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1959 Rover P4. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1959 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Audi A6 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1959 Rover P4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Rover P4 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Rover P4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Audi A6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1997 Audi A6 (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Rover P4. (138 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1997 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Audi A6 | 1959 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Audi | Rover |
| Model | A6 | P4 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1894 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 54 L |
