1972 Dodge Dart vs. 2009 Ferrari 599
To start off, 2009 Ferrari 599 is newer by 37 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 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Ferrari 599 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ferrari 599 (612 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 503 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Dart. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari 599 should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ferrari 599 weights approximately 370 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, 2009 Ferrari 599 (608 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 351 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Dodge Dart. (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Ferrari 599 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Dodge Dart.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Dart | 2009 Ferrari 599 | |
| Make | Dodge | Ferrari |
| Model | Dart | 599 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3678 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 612 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 608 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2760 mm |
