1996 Audi S6 vs. 1972 Dodge Dart
To start off, 1996 Audi S6 is newer by 24 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 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi S6 (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Dart. (150 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi S6 weights approximately 480 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, 1996 Audi S6 (420 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Dodge Dart. (359 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1996 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Dodge Dart.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi S6 | 1972 Dodge Dart | |
| Make | Audi | Dodge |
| Model | S6 | Dart |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4170 cc | 5210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 99.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2830 mm |
