1962 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1972 Dodge Dart
To start off, 1972 Dodge Dart is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Aston Martin DB4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Aston Martin DB4 would be higher. At 3,678 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Aston Martin DB4 (310 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Dart. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Dart weights approximately 170 kg more than 1962 Aston Martin DB4.
Let's talk about torque, 1962 Aston Martin DB4 (376 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Dodge Dart. (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1962 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Dodge Dart.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Aston Martin DB4 | 1972 Dodge Dart | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Dodge |
| Model | DB4 | Dart |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3669 cc | 3678 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2830 mm |
