1968 Dodge Dart vs. 2012 Ferrari 599
To start off, 2012 Ferrari 599 is newer by 44 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 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Ferrari 599 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ferrari 599 (652 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 502 more horse power than 1968 Dodge Dart. (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ferrari 599 should accelerate faster than 1968 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ferrari 599 weights approximately 228 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, 2012 Ferrari 599 (620 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Dodge Dart. (353 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2012 Ferrari 599 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Dodge Dart.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Dodge Dart | 2012 Ferrari 599 | |
Make | Dodge | Ferrari |
Model | Dart | 599 |
Year Released | 1968 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5210 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 652 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 8250 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 620 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Top Speed | 153 km/hour | 335 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 | 1605 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4666 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1961 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1336 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 105 L |