1972 Dodge Dart vs. 1970 Ginetta G21
To start off, 1972 Dodge Dart is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ginetta G21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ginetta G21 would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Dodge Dart (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1970 Ginetta G21. (128 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 1970 Ginetta G21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Dart weights approximately 464 kg more than 1970 Ginetta G21. 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 (359 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ginetta G21. (235 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ginetta G21.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Dart | 1970 Ginetta G21 | |
| Make | Dodge | Ginetta |
| Model | Dart | G21 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.4 mm | 93.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 72.4 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 871 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2320 mm |
