2000 Audi A6 vs. 1972 Dodge Monaco
To start off, 2000 Audi A6 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Dodge Monaco. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Dodge Monaco would be higher. At 5,895 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Monaco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi A6 (177 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Monaco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 370 kg more than 2000 Audi A6.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Monaco (394 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi A6. (370 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A6 | 1972 Dodge Monaco | |
| Make | Audi | Dodge |
| Model | A6 | Monaco |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 5895 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 394 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3110 mm |
