1972 Dodge Dart vs. 1965 Maserati Mexico
To start off, 1972 Dodge Dart is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Maserati Mexico. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Maserati Mexico would be higher. At 5,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Maserati Mexico (257 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Dart. (240 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Maserati Mexico should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Maserati Mexico weights approximately 25 kg more than 1972 Dodge Dart. 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 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Maserati Mexico. (366 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Maserati Mexico.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Dart | 1965 Maserati Mexico | |
| Make | Dodge | Maserati |
| Model | Dart | Mexico |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5562 cc | 4136 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 257 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2650 mm |
