1968 Dodge Dart vs. 1996 Lexus SC
To start off, 1996 Lexus SC is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Dodge Dart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Dodge Dart would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lexus SC (242 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1968 Dodge Dart. (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 1968 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lexus SC weights approximately 173 kg more than 1968 Dodge Dart. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1996 Lexus SC (365 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Dodge Dart. (353 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1996 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Dodge Dart.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Dodge Dart | 1996 Lexus SC | |
Make | Dodge | Lexus |
Model | Dart | SC |
Year Released | 1968 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5210 cc | 3969 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 365 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 87.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 82.5 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1377 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 66 L |