2009 Audi TT vs. 1972 Dodge Dart
To start off, 2009 Audi TT is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Dodge Dart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Dodge Dart would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi TT (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Dart. (150 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi TT weights approximately 60 kg more than 1972 Dodge Dart. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Dart (359 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi TT. (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi TT | 1972 Dodge Dart | |
| Make | Audi | Dodge |
| Model | TT | Dart |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1982 cc | 5210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 99.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2830 mm |
