1972 Dodge Dart vs. 1970 Ford GT 40
To start off, 1972 Dodge Dart is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford GT 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford GT 40 would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Dart. (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Dart weights approximately 375 kg more than 1970 Ford GT 40.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Dart (359 Nm) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 1972 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford GT 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Dart | 1970 Ford GT 40 | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Dart | GT 40 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.4 mm | 95.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 72.9 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2420 mm |
