2005 Audi RS6 vs. 1972 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2005 Audi RS6 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi RS6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi RS6 (444 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 350 more horse power than 1972 Toyota Corona. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi RS6 should accelerate faster than 1972 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi RS6 weights approximately 845 kg more than 1972 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Audi RS6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Toyota Corona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi RS6 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Audi RS6 (560 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 423 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Toyota Corona. (137 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Audi RS6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi RS6 | 1972 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | RS6 | Corona |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 1705 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 51 L |
