1968 Dodge Dart vs. 2006 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2006 Ford Mustang is newer by 38 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 4,492 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Mustang (210 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1968 Dodge Dart. (190 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1968 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Mustang weights approximately 1476 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, 1968 Dodge Dart (353 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Mustang. (325 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Dodge Dart | 2006 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Dart | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4492 cc | 4013 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.2 mm | 100.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 84.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 2856 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 61 L |
