1972 Dodge Dart vs. 2012 Aston Martin DB9
To start off, 2012 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 40 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 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Aston Martin DB9 (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 320 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Dart. (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 465 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, 2012 Aston Martin DB9 (600 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Dodge Dart. (359 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2012 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Dodge Dart.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Dart | 2012 Aston Martin DB9 | |
| Make | Dodge | Aston Martin |
| Model | Dart | DB9 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 5900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 470 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4709 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1875 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2746 mm |
