1968 Dodge Dart vs. 2006 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2006 Lotus Exige 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, 1968 Dodge Dart (190 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2006 Lotus Exige. (189 HP @ 7800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 2006 Lotus Exige. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Dodge Dart weights approximately 464 kg more than 2006 Lotus Exige. 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 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lotus Exige. (172 Nm @ 6750 RPM). This means 1968 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lotus Exige.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Dodge Dart | 2006 Lotus Exige | |
Make | Dodge | Lotus |
Model | Dart | Exige |
Year Released | 1968 | 2006 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4492 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 6750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.2 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 11.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 916 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 44 L |