1972 Dodge Dart vs. 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton 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 5,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Dodge Dart (240 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton. (237 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 890 kg more than 1972 Dodge Dart.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton (500 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Dodge Dart. (401 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Dodge Dart.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Dart | 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
| Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
| Model | Dart | Phaeton |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5562 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 2315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5179 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1903 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1901 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3001 mm |
