1972 Dodge Dart vs. 1990 Ferrari Mondial
To start off, 1990 Ferrari Mondial is newer by 18 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, 1990 Ferrari Mondial (268 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Dart. (240 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 111 kg more than 1972 Dodge Dart. 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 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ferrari Mondial. (323 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ferrari Mondial.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Dart | 1990 Ferrari Mondial | |
| Make | Dodge | Ferrari |
| Model | Dart | Mondial |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5562 cc | 3186 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 323 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 | 1536 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2660 mm |
