1969 Dodge Dart vs. 2013 Porsche Boxter
To start off, 2013 Porsche Boxter is newer by 44 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. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Boxter (261 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1969 Dodge Dart. (235 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Boxter should accelerate faster than 1969 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Dodge Dart weights approximately 55 kg more than 2013 Porsche Boxter.
Because 2013 Porsche Boxter is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Dodge Dart. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Boxter 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 (421 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Porsche Boxter. (279 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1969 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Porsche Boxter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Dodge Dart | 2013 Porsche Boxter | |
| Make | Dodge | Porsche |
| Model | Dart | Boxter |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 421 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 12.5 : 1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4374 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1979 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1282 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2475 mm |
