2009 Audi A4 vs. 1954 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 2009 Audi A4 is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A4 (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1954 Morgan Plus 4. (57 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1954 Morgan Plus 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A4 weights approximately 958 kg more than 1954 Morgan Plus 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 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 1954 Morgan Plus 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4, 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, 2009 Audi A4 (350 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Morgan Plus 4. (152 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Morgan Plus 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A4 | 1954 Morgan Plus 4 | |
| Make | Audi | Morgan |
| Model | A4 | Plus 4 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1954 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 2088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 762 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2440 mm |
