1969 Dodge Dart vs. 2001 Volkswagen W12
To start off, 2001 Volkswagen W12 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 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 Volkswagen W12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Volkswagen W12 (590 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 481 more horse power than 1969 Dodge Dart. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Volkswagen W12 should accelerate faster than 1969 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Dodge Dart weights approximately 155 kg more than 2001 Volkswagen W12.
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 Volkswagen W12 (620 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 321 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Dodge Dart. (299 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2001 Volkswagen W12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Dodge Dart.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Dodge Dart | 2001 Volkswagen W12 | |
Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
Model | Dart | W12 |
Year Released | 1969 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3687 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 590 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 299 Nm | 620 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2520 mm |