1972 Dodge Dart vs. 2010 Lexus IS
To start off, 2010 Lexus IS 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, 1972 Dodge Dart (240 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2010 Lexus IS. (204 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 2010 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lexus IS weights approximately 317 kg more than 1972 Dodge Dart.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Dart (401 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Lexus IS. (251 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Dart | 2010 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Dodge | Lexus |
| Model | Dart | IS |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5562 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1742 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4633 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1415 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2731 mm |
