1972 Dodge Dart vs. 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia
To start off, 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia is newer by 39 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 4,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia (570 HP @ 9000 RPM) has 461 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Dart. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia weights approximately 90 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, 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia (539 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Dodge Dart. (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Dodge Dart.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Dodge Dart | 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia | |
Make | Dodge | Ferrari |
Model | Dart | 458 Italia |
Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3678 cc | 4500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 570 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 9000 RPM |
Torque | 257 Nm | 539 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4526 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1938 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1214 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2649 mm |