2006 Audi A4 vs. 1972 Dodge Monaco
To start off, 2006 Audi A4 is newer by 34 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, 2006 Audi A4 (187 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (150 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Monaco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 495 kg more than 2006 Audi A4.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Monaco (359 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A4. (240 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A4 | 1972 Dodge Monaco | |
| Make | Audi | Dodge |
| Model | A4 | Monaco |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 5209 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3110 mm |
