1960 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1972 Dodge Dart
To start off, 1972 Dodge Dart is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Chevrolet Corvette 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 13 more horse power than 1960 Chevrolet Corvette. (227 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 1960 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Dart weights approximately 25 kg more than 1960 Chevrolet Corvette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1960 Chevrolet Corvette (408 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Dodge Dart. (401 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1960 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Dodge Dart.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Chevrolet Corvette | 1972 Dodge Dart | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Corvette | Dart |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4637 cc | 5562 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.4 mm | 102.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2830 mm |
