1968 Dodge Dart vs. 2008 MG TF
To start off, 2008 MG TF 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 MG TF (158 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1968 Dodge Dart. (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 MG TF should accelerate faster than 1968 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Dodge Dart weights approximately 183 kg more than 2008 MG TF.
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 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 MG TF. (174 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1968 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 MG TF.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Dodge Dart | 2008 MG TF | |
Make | Dodge | MG |
Model | Dart | TF |
Year Released | 1968 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5210 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6900 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 89.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
Top Speed | 153 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1377 kg | 1194 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 50 L |