2006 Audi RS4 vs. 1972 Plymouth Fury
To start off, 2006 Audi RS4 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Plymouth Fury. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Plymouth Fury would be higher. At 7,205 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Plymouth Fury is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi RS4 (415 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1972 Plymouth Fury. (225 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi RS4 should accelerate faster than 1972 Plymouth Fury. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Plymouth Fury weights approximately 40 kg more than 2006 Audi RS4.
Because 2006 Audi RS4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Plymouth Fury. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi RS4 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, 1972 Plymouth Fury (477 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi RS4. (430 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1972 Plymouth Fury will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi RS4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi RS4 | 1972 Plymouth Fury | |
| Make | Audi | Plymouth |
| Model | RS4 | Fury |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 7205 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 415 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 477 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 1885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 5530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3060 mm |
