1969 Dodge Dart vs. 2006 Lexus IS
To start off, 2006 Lexus IS 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 5,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Dodge Dart (235 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2006 Lexus IS. (153 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 2006 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lexus IS weights approximately 110 kg more than 1969 Dodge Dart.
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, 1969 Dodge Dart (421 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lexus IS. (195 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1969 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Dodge Dart | 2006 Lexus IS | |
Make | Dodge | Lexus |
Model | Dart | IS |
Year Released | 1969 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5562 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 235 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 421 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |