1969 Dodge Dart vs. 2001 Noble M12
To start off, 2001 Noble M12 is newer by 32 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 3,248 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Noble M12 (335 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 1969 Dodge Dart. (105 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Noble M12 should accelerate faster than 1969 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Dodge Dart weights approximately 305 kg more than 2001 Noble M12.
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, 2001 Noble M12 (485 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Dodge Dart. (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Noble M12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Dodge Dart.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Dodge Dart | 2001 Noble M12 | |
Make | Dodge | Noble |
Model | Dart | M12 |
Year Released | 1969 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3248 cc | 2968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 485 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2440 mm |