1997 Audi A6 vs. 1972 Dodge Dart
To start off, 1997 Audi A6 is newer by 25 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, 1972 Dodge Dart (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1997 Audi A6. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 1997 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Audi A6 weights approximately 185 kg more than 1972 Dodge Dart.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Dart (359 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Audi A6. (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Audi A6 | 1972 Dodge Dart | |
| Make | Audi | Dodge |
| Model | A6 | Dart |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1894 cc | 5210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 99.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2830 mm |
