1968 Dodge Dart vs. 2008 Honda NSX
To start off, 2008 Honda NSX is newer by 40 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, 2008 Honda NSX (252 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1968 Dodge Dart. (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1968 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda NSX weights approximately 108 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 @ 1600 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda NSX. (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 1968 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda NSX. 2008 Honda NSX has automatic transmission and 1968 Dodge Dart has manual transmission. 1968 Dodge Dart will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Honda NSX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Dodge Dart | 2008 Honda NSX | |
Make | Dodge | Honda |
Model | Dart | NSX |
Year Released | 1968 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5210 cc | 2975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 284 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 153 km/hour | 260 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1377 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2540 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |