1972 Dodge Dart vs. 2006 Porsche 911
To start off, 2006 Porsche 911 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, 2006 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Dart. (240 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Porsche 911 weights approximately 70 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 (401 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Porsche 911. (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Dodge Dart | 2006 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Dodge | Porsche |
Model | Dart | 911 |
Year Released | 1972 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5562 cc | 3824 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 401 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102.6 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 82.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2360 mm |