1972 Dodge Dart vs. 2003 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2003 Peugeot 407 is newer by 31 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 106 more horse power than 2003 Peugeot 407. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 2003 Peugeot 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 45 kg more than 1972 Dodge Dart.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Dart (401 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Peugeot 407. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Peugeot 407.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Dodge Dart | 2003 Peugeot 407 | |
Make | Dodge | Peugeot |
Model | Dart | 407 |
Year Released | 1972 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5562 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 401 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2730 mm |