2005 Audi RS6 vs. 1972 Toyota Sprinter

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 Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota Sprinter 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 382 more horse power than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi RS6 should accelerate faster than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi RS6 weights approximately 1059 kg more than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Let's talk about torque, 2005 Audi RS6 (560 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 464 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. (96 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Audi RS6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Toyota Sprinter.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Audi RS6 1972 Toyota Sprinter
Make Audi Toyota
Model RS6 Sprinter
Year Released 2005 1972
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4172 cc 1166 cc
Horse Power 444 HP 62 HP
Engine RPM 5700 RPM 6600 RPM
Torque 560 Nm 96 Nm
Torque RPM 1950 RPM 4200 RPM
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1815 kg 756 kg
Vehicle Length 4860 mm 3950 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1510 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1350 mm
Wheelbase Size 2850 mm 2340 mm


 

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