2006 Audi A6 vs. 1955 Morris Oxford
To start off, 2006 Audi A6 is newer by 51 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 3,130 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A6 (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1955 Morris Oxford. (49 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1955 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A6 weights approximately 795 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 2006 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, 2006 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, 2006 Audi A6 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Morris Oxford. (106 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A6 | 1955 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | Audi | Morris |
| Model | A6 | Oxford |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3130 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2470 mm |
