1969 Dodge Dart vs. 2000 Lexus GS
To start off, 2000 Lexus GS is newer by 31 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 4,293 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lexus GS (277 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1969 Dodge Dart. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 1969 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Lexus GS weights approximately 390 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, 2000 Lexus GS (417 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Dodge Dart. (299 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2000 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Dodge Dart.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Dodge Dart | 2000 Lexus GS | |
| Make | Dodge | Lexus |
| Model | Dart | GS |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 277 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 299 Nm | 417 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 75 L |
