1996 Audi S6 vs. 1972 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1996 Audi S6 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 4,170 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Audi S6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi S6 (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 1972 Toyota Corolla. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 1972 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi S6 weights approximately 960 kg more than 1972 Toyota Corolla. 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 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Toyota Corolla. (146 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1996 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Audi S6 | 1972 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | S6 | Corolla |
Year Released | 1996 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4170 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 146 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2340 mm |