1972 Dodge Dart vs. 2012 Buick Verano
To start off, 2012 Buick Verano 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 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Buick Verano (180 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Dart. (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Buick Verano should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Buick Verano weights approximately 162 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 (359 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Buick Verano. (232 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Buick Verano.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Dart | 2012 Buick Verano | |
| Make | Dodge | Buick |
| Model | Dart | Verano |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1497 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4671 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1816 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2685 mm |
