2007 Audi A6 vs. 1988 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 2007 Audi A6 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Morgan Plus 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A6 (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1988 Morgan Plus 4. (137 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1988 Morgan Plus 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A6 weights approximately 354 kg more than 1988 Morgan Plus 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Morgan Plus 4 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 1988 Morgan Plus 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Audi A6 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Morgan Plus 4. (177 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Morgan Plus 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A6 | 1988 Morgan Plus 4 | |
| Make | Audi | Morgan |
| Model | A6 | Plus 4 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1278 kg | 924 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2500 mm |
