1969 Aston Martin DB6 vs. 1972 Dodge Dart
To start off, 1972 Dodge Dart is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Aston Martin DB6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Aston Martin DB6 would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Aston Martin DB6 (325 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Dart. (150 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Aston Martin DB6 should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Aston Martin DB6 weights approximately 162 kg more than 1972 Dodge Dart. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Aston Martin DB6 (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Dodge Dart. (359 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1969 Aston Martin DB6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Dodge Dart.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Aston Martin DB6 | 1972 Dodge Dart | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Dodge |
| Model | DB6 | Dart |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3995 cc | 5210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 99.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1497 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2830 mm |
