2009 Audi A6 vs. 1955 Morris Oxford
To start off, 2009 Audi A6 is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 (221 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1955 Morris Oxford. (49 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1955 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A6 weights approximately 740 kg more than 1955 Morris Oxford. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Morris Oxford. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 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 A6 (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 344 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Morris Oxford. (106 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A6 | 1955 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | Audi | Morris |
| Model | A6 | Oxford |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1825 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2470 mm |
