1969 Dodge Dart vs. 1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible
To start off, 1969 Dodge Dart is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Dodge Dart (109 HP) has 60 more horse power than 1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Dodge Dart weights approximately 479 kg more than 1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Dodge Dart is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1969 Dodge Dart. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1969 Dodge Dart (299 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible. (87 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1969 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Dodge Dart | 1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible | |
| Make | Dodge | Wartburg |
| Model | Dart | Sports Convertible |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 299 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 876 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 40 L |
