1972 Dodge Dart vs. 2005 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2005 Peugeot 407 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 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Peugeot 407 (156 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Dart. (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 220 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, 1972 Dodge Dart (359 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Peugeot 407. (218 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Peugeot 407.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Dart | 2005 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Dodge | Peugeot |
| Model | Dart | 407 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 2179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2730 mm |
