1972 Dodge Dart vs. 2010 Ford F-250
To start off, 2010 Ford F-250 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford F-250 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Dart. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1603 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, 2010 Ford F-250 (494 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Dodge Dart. (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Dodge Dart.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Dart | 2010 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Dart | F-250 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3678 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 494 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 2998 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 6253 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 2029 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3967 mm |
