1972 Dodge Dart vs. 2013 Porsche Boxter
To start off, 2013 Porsche Boxter is newer by 41 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. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Boxter (261 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Dart. (240 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Boxter should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Dart weights approximately 85 kg more than 2013 Porsche Boxter.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Dart (401 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Porsche Boxter. (279 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Porsche Boxter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Dart | 2013 Porsche Boxter | |
| Make | Dodge | Porsche |
| Model | Dart | Boxter |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.6 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4374 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1979 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1282 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2475 mm |
