1972 Chrysler Sedan vs. 2011 Audi A5
To start off, 2011 Audi A5 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chrysler Sedan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chrysler Sedan would be higher. At 5,899 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Chrysler Sedan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Chrysler Sedan (252 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2011 Audi A5. (211 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Chrysler Sedan should accelerate faster than 2011 Audi A5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi A5 weights approximately 260 kg more than 1972 Chrysler Sedan.
Because 2011 Audi A5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Chrysler Sedan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi A5 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, 1972 Chrysler Sedan (490 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Audi A5. (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1972 Chrysler Sedan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Audi A5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chrysler Sedan | 2011 Audi A5 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Audi |
| Model | Sedan | A5 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5899 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4623 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1382 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2751 mm |
