2006 Audi A6 vs. 1959 Land Rover 109
To start off, 2006 Audi A6 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Land Rover 109. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Land Rover 109 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A6 (329 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 1959 Land Rover 109. (67 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1959 Land Rover 109. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Land Rover 109 weights approximately 425 kg more than 2006 Audi A6.
Because 1959 Land Rover 109 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Audi A6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 Land Rover 109 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 (420 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Land Rover 109. (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Land Rover 109.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi A6 | 1959 Land Rover 109 | |
Make | Audi | Land Rover |
Model | A6 | 109 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2286 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 329 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 2070 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2780 mm |