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 2,393 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A6 (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 108 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 145 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 (230 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 73 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 | 2393 cc | 2286 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 2070 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2780 mm |