1972 Dodge Dart vs. 1956 Porsche 356
To start off, 1972 Dodge Dart is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 5,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Dodge Dart (240 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1956 Porsche 356. (100 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 1956 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Dart weights approximately 567 kg more than 1956 Porsche 356. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Dart (401 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Porsche 356. (121 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Porsche 356.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Dart | 1956 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | Dodge | Porsche |
| Model | Dart | 356 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5562 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.6 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 858 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2110 mm |
