1968 Austin 3-Litre vs. 1972 Dodge Dart
To start off, 1972 Dodge Dart is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Austin 3-Litre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Austin 3-Litre 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 116 more horse power than 1968 Austin 3-Litre. (124 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 1968 Austin 3-Litre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Austin 3-Litre weights approximately 65 kg more than 1972 Dodge Dart.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Dart (401 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Austin 3-Litre. (219 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Austin 3-Litre.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Austin 3-Litre | 1972 Dodge Dart | |
Make | Austin | Dodge |
Model | 3-Litre | Dart |
Year Released | 1968 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 5562 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 219 Nm | 401 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 102.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 84.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2830 mm |