1972 Dodge Dart vs. 2010 Cadillac STS
To start off, 2010 Cadillac STS is newer by 38 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, 2010 Cadillac STS (302 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Dart. (240 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac STS weights approximately 377 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 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Cadillac STS. (368 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Cadillac STS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Dart | 2010 Cadillac STS | |
| Make | Dodge | Cadillac |
| Model | Dart | STS |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5562 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 368 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1802 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4996 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1844 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1463 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2957 mm |
