1972 Dodge Dart vs. 1974 Porsche 911
To start off, 1974 Porsche 911 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Dodge Dart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Dodge Dart 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 13 more horse power than 1974 Porsche 911. (227 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 1974 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Dart weights approximately 525 kg more than 1974 Porsche 911. 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 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Porsche 911. (280 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Dart | 1974 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Dodge | Porsche |
| Model | Dart | 911 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5562 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2270 mm |
