1972 Dodge Dart vs. 1996 Ferrari 512 M
To start off, 1996 Ferrari 512 M is newer by 24 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 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari 512 M (422 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Dart. (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari 512 M should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ferrari 512 M weights approximately 120 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, 1996 Ferrari 512 M (500 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Dodge Dart. (359 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1996 Ferrari 512 M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Dodge Dart.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Dart | 1996 Ferrari 512 M | |
| Make | Dodge | Ferrari |
| Model | Dart | 512 M |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 4942 cc |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 422 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2560 mm |
