2009 Audi A5 vs. 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus
To start off, 2009 Audi A5 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus would be higher. At 2,698 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A5 (187 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. (104 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A5 weights approximately 750 kg more than 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus 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 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A5, 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 A5 (400 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. (174 Nm @ 3350 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi A5 | 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus | |
Make | Audi | Morgan |
Model | A5 | Plus 4 Plus |
Year Released | 2009 | 1965 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2698 cc | 2138 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3350 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2450 mm |