1996 Audi A6 vs. 1996 Dodge Viper
To start off, both 1996 Audi A6 and 1996 Dodge Viper were released in the same year (1996). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 1996 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Dodge Viper (444 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 1996 Audi A6. (191 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1996 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Dodge Viper weights approximately 40 kg more than 1996 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Dodge Viper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 Dodge Viper (664 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 384 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Audi A6. (280 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Audi A6 | 1996 Dodge Viper | |
Make | Audi | Dodge |
Model | A6 | Viper |
Year Released | 1996 | 1996 |
Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2771 cc | 7990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 191 HP | 444 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 664 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 98.5 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1555 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2520 mm |