1972 Dodge Dart vs. 2005 Ford F-350
To start off, 2005 Ford F-350 is newer by 33 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford F-350 (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Dart. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Dart weights approximately 145 kg more than 2005 Ford F-350.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford F-350 (495 Nm) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Dodge Dart. (257 Nm). This means 2005 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Dodge Dart.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Dart | 2005 Ford F-350 | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Dart | F-350 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3678 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3610 mm |
