1977 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 1968 Dodge Dart
To start off, 1977 Aston Martin Lagonda is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Dodge Dart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Dodge Dart would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Aston Martin Lagonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Aston Martin Lagonda (286 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1968 Dodge Dart. (190 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Aston Martin Lagonda should accelerate faster than 1968 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 845 kg more than 1968 Dodge Dart. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1977 Aston Martin Lagonda (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Dodge Dart. (353 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1977 Aston Martin Lagonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Dodge Dart.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Aston Martin Lagonda | 1968 Dodge Dart | |
Make | Aston Martin | Dodge |
Model | Lagonda | Dart |
Year Released | 1977 | 1968 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 4492 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 286 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2225 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2830 mm |