1972 Dodge Dart vs. 1999 TVR Griffith
To start off, 1999 TVR Griffith is newer by 27 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 15 more horse power than 1999 TVR Griffith. (225 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 1999 TVR Griffith. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Dart weights approximately 365 kg more than 1999 TVR Griffith. 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 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 TVR Griffith. (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 TVR Griffith.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Dart | 1999 TVR Griffith | |
| Make | Dodge | TVR |
| Model | Dart | Griffith |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5562 cc | 3946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2290 mm |
