1968 Dodge Dart vs. 2012 Nissan 370Z
To start off, 2012 Nissan 370Z 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 4,492 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan 370Z (350 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1968 Dodge Dart. (190 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan 370Z should accelerate faster than 1968 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan 370Z weights approximately 123 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 Nissan 370Z (374 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Dodge Dart. (353 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan 370Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Dodge Dart.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Dodge Dart | 2012 Nissan 370Z | |
Make | Dodge | Nissan |
Model | Dart | 370Z |
Year Released | 1968 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4492 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 374 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1503 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4404 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1844 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1316 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 72 L |