1968 Dodge Dart vs. 2007 Maserati GranSport
To start off, 2007 Maserati GranSport is newer by 39 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, 2007 Maserati GranSport (396 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1968 Dodge Dart. (190 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Maserati GranSport should accelerate faster than 1968 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Maserati GranSport weights approximately 300 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, 2007 Maserati GranSport (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Dodge Dart. (353 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Maserati GranSport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Dodge Dart.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Dodge Dart | 2007 Maserati GranSport | |
| Make | Dodge | Maserati |
| Model | Dart | GranSport |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4492 cc | 4244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 396 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 452 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.2 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 79.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 88 L |
