2009 Audi A5 vs. 1950 Morris Oxford

To start off, 2009 Audi A5 is newer by 59 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 3,197 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A5 (265 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1950 Morris Oxford. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1950 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Morris Oxford weights approximately 107 kg more than 2009 Audi A5.

Because 2009 Audi A5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1950 Morris Oxford. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A5 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, 2009 Audi A5 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Morris Oxford. (88 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Morris Oxford.

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2009 Audi A5 1950 Morris Oxford
Make Audi Morris
Model A5 Oxford
Year Released 2009 1950
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3197 cc 1476 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 265 HP 40 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 4200 RPM
Torque 330 Nm 88 Nm
Torque RPM 3250 RPM 1800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 895 kg 1002 kg
Vehicle Length 4630 mm 4220 mm
Vehicle Width 1990 mm 1640 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1580 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2470 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 64 L 40 L