1972 Dodge Dart vs. 2012 Audi A6
To start off, 2012 Audi A6 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Dodge Dart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Dodge Dart would be higher. At 3,678 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A6 (310 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Dart. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A6 weights approximately 440 kg more than 1972 Dodge Dart. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Audi A6 (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Dodge Dart. (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Dodge Dart.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Dodge Dart | 2012 Audi A6 | |
Make | Dodge | Audi |
Model | Dart | A6 |
Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3678 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 257 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1835 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4925 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1872 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1468 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2913 mm |