2009 Audi A6 vs. 1972 Plymouth Fury
To start off, 2009 Audi A6 is newer by 37 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, 2009 Audi A6 (430 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1972 Plymouth Fury. (225 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1972 Plymouth Fury. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A6 weights approximately 85 kg more than 1972 Plymouth Fury. 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 1972 Plymouth Fury. 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, 2009 Audi A6 (540 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Plymouth Fury. (477 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Plymouth Fury.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi A6 | 1972 Plymouth Fury | |
Make | Audi | Plymouth |
Model | A6 | Fury |
Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5204 cc | 7205 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 430 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 540 Nm | 477 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 1885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 5530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3060 mm |