1972 Dodge Dart vs. 2009 Audi A6
To start off, 2009 Audi A6 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 5,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Dodge Dart (240 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2009 Audi A6. (230 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A6 weights approximately 395 kg more than 1972 Dodge Dart.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Audi A6 (451 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Dodge Dart. (401 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Dodge Dart.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Dart | 2009 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Dodge | Audi |
| Model | Dart | A6 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5562 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.6 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 91.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2850 mm |
