2009 Audi A6 vs. 1968 Dodge Dart
To start off, 2009 Audi A6 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Dodge Dart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Dodge Dart would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1968 Dodge Dart. (150 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1968 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A6 weights approximately 343 kg more than 1968 Dodge Dart. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Dodge Dart. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 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, 1968 Dodge Dart (353 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A6. (351 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1968 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A6 | 1968 Dodge Dart | |
| Make | Audi | Dodge |
| Model | A6 | Dart |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2671 cc | 5210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 351 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Top Speed | 246 km/hour | 153 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1377 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |
