2009 Audi A6 vs. 1958 Rover P4
To start off, 2009 Audi A6 is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Rover P4 would be higher. At 3,129 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 (342 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 1958 Rover P4. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1958 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A6 weights approximately 160 kg more than 1958 Rover P4. 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 1958 Rover P4. 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 (243 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Rover P4. (138 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Rover P4. 2009 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 1958 Rover P4 has manual transmission. 1958 Rover P4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A6 | 1958 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Audi | Rover |
| Model | A6 | P4 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3129 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 342 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 243 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2830 mm |
