1972 Dodge Dart vs. 1966 Rover P5
To start off, 1972 Dodge Dart is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Rover P5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Rover P5 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 118 more horse power than 1966 Rover P5. (122 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 1966 Rover P5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Rover P5 weights approximately 305 kg more than 1972 Dodge Dart.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Dart (401 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Rover P5. (217 Nm @ 2650 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Rover P5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Dart | 1966 Rover P5 | |
| Make | Dodge | Rover |
| Model | Dart | P5 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5562 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2650 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.6 mm | 85.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 85.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2820 mm |
