1972 Dodge Dart vs. 2006 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2006 Ford Mustang is newer by 34 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 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Mustang (300 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Dart. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Mustang weights approximately 1461 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, 2006 Ford Mustang (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Dodge Dart. (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Dodge Dart.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Dart | 2006 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Dart | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3678 cc | 4604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 2856 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2730 mm |
