1968 Dodge Dart vs. 2011 Audi S5
To start off, 2011 Audi S5 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Dodge Dart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Dodge Dart would be higher. At 4,492 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi S5 (354 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1968 Dodge Dart. (190 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi S5 should accelerate faster than 1968 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi S5 weights approximately 370 kg more than 1968 Dodge Dart. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Audi S5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Dodge Dart. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi S5 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, 2011 Audi S5 (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Dodge Dart. (353 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Audi S5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Dodge Dart.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Dodge Dart | 2011 Audi S5 | |
| Make | Dodge | Audi |
| Model | Dart | S5 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4492 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 354 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4625 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1372 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 63 L |
