2009 Audi A6 vs. 1949 Rover P4
To start off, 2009 Audi A6 is newer by 60 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,102 cc (6 cylinders), 1949 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 (128 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1949 Rover P4. (74 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1949 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Rover P4 weights approximately 1 kg more than 2009 Audi A6.
Because 1949 Rover P4 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 1949 Rover P4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Audi A6 (195 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Rover P4. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A6 | 1949 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Audi | Rover |
| Model | A6 | P4 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2102 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 65.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 105 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 203 km/hour | 137 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1451 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 52 L |
