1972 Dodge Dart vs. 2004 Porsche Carrera GT
To start off, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT is newer by 32 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 5,731 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Porsche Carrera GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT (604 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 495 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Dart. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Dart weights approximately 50 kg more than 2004 Porsche Carrera GT.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT (590 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 333 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Dodge Dart. (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Porsche Carrera GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Dodge Dart.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Dart | 2004 Porsche Carrera GT | |
| Make | Dodge | Porsche |
| Model | Dart | Carrera GT |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3678 cc | 5731 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 604 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 590 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2740 mm |
