1972 Dodge Dart vs. 2008 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2008 Ford Falcon is newer by 36 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, 2008 Ford Falcon (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Dart. (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Falcon weights approximately 369 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, 2008 Ford Falcon (391 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Dodge Dart. (359 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Dodge Dart.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Dart | 2008 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Dart | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 3983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.4 mm | 92.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1704 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4967 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1868 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2838 mm |
