1969 Dodge Dart vs. 2012 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2012 Porsche Cayman 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 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Cayman (265 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1969 Dodge Dart. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 1969 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Dodge Dart weights approximately 25 kg more than 2012 Porsche Cayman.
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, both vehicles can yield 299 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Dodge Dart | 2012 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | Dodge | Porsche |
| Model | Dart | Cayman |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 2900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 299 Nm | 299 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4376 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1303 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2416 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 64 L |
