1969 Dodge Dart vs. 1976 Aston Martin Lagonda
To start off, 1976 Aston Martin Lagonda is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Dodge Dart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Dodge Dart would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Aston Martin Lagonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Aston Martin Lagonda (286 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1969 Dodge Dart. (105 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Aston Martin Lagonda should accelerate faster than 1969 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 870 kg more than 1969 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, 1976 Aston Martin Lagonda (435 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Dodge Dart. (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1976 Aston Martin Lagonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Dodge Dart.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Dodge Dart | 1976 Aston Martin Lagonda | |
Make | Dodge | Aston Martin |
Model | Dart | Lagonda |
Year Released | 1969 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3248 cc | 5340 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 286 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 435 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 2225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2920 mm |