1969 Dodge Dart vs. 2012 Nissan GT-R
To start off, 2012 Nissan GT-R is newer by 43 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, 2012 Nissan GT-R (530 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 295 more horse power than 1969 Dodge Dart. (235 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan GT-R should accelerate faster than 1969 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan GT-R weights approximately 342 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 2012 Nissan GT-R 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, 2012 Nissan GT-R 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, 2012 Nissan GT-R (607 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Dodge Dart. (421 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan GT-R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Dodge Dart.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Dodge Dart | 2012 Nissan GT-R | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Dart | GT-R |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5562 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 530 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 421 Nm | 607 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1737 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4671 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1369 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2779 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 74 L |
