1972 Dodge Dart vs. 2008 Ford S-Max
To start off, 2008 Ford S-Max 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 S-Max (217 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Dart. (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford S-Max should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford S-Max weights approximately 346 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 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford S-Max. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford S-Max.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Dart | 2008 Ford S-Max | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Dart | S-Max |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.4 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1681 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2860 mm |
