1969 Dodge Dart vs. 2006 Ford Five Hundred
To start off, 2006 Ford Five Hundred is newer by 37 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 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Five Hundred (203 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1969 Dodge Dart. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Five Hundred should accelerate faster than 1969 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Five Hundred weights approximately 1501 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.
Because 2006 Ford Five Hundred is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Dodge Dart. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Five Hundred will offer significantly more control. 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 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Five Hundred. (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1969 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Five Hundred.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Dodge Dart | 2006 Ford Five Hundred | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Dart | Five Hundred |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 3001 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 203 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 299 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 2856 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 72 L |
