1972 Dodge Dart vs. 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS
To start off, 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS is newer by 14 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, 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Dart. (240 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Dart weights approximately 152 kg more than 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Dart (401 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS. (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Dart | 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS | |
| Make | Dodge | Ferrari |
| Model | Dart | 328 GTS |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5562 cc | 3185 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.6 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 73.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1273 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2360 mm |
