2001 Audi A6 vs. 1959 Rover P5
To start off, 2001 Audi A6 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Rover P5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Rover P5 would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi A6 (296 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1959 Rover P5. (106 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1959 Rover P5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A6 weights approximately 231 kg more than 1959 Rover P5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Rover P5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Audi A6 (400 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Rover P5. (222 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Rover P5.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Audi A6 | 1959 Rover P5 | |
Make | Audi | Rover |
Model | A6 | P5 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4172 cc | 2995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 222 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 77.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 105 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1584 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2820 mm |