1972 Dodge Dart vs. 2006 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2006 Mazda RX-8 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 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 12 more horse power than 2006 Mazda RX-8. (228 HP @ 8200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda RX-8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 3 kg more than 1972 Dodge Dart.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Dart (401 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda RX-8. (211 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Dart | 2006 Mazda RX-8 | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Dart | RX-8 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5562 cc | 1308 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 8200 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 211 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.6 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1428 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2710 mm |
