2004 Audi A6 vs. 1972 Dodge Monaco
To start off, 2004 Audi A6 is newer by 32 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 5,209 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Monaco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A6 (180 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (150 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 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 228 kg more than 2004 Audi A6.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Monaco (359 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A6. (235 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A6 | 1972 Dodge Monaco | |
| Make | Audi | Dodge |
| Model | A6 | Monaco |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 5209 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1662 kg | 1890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3110 mm |
