1981 De Tomaso Deauville vs. 1972 Dodge Dart
To start off, 1981 De Tomaso Deauville is newer by 9 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 5,762 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 De Tomaso Deauville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 De Tomaso Deauville (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Dart. (150 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 De Tomaso Deauville should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 De Tomaso Deauville weights approximately 605 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, 1981 De Tomaso Deauville (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Dodge Dart. (359 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1981 De Tomaso Deauville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Dodge Dart.
Compare all specifications:
1981 De Tomaso Deauville | 1972 Dodge Dart | |
Make | De Tomaso | Dodge |
Model | Deauville | Dart |
Year Released | 1981 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5762 cc | 5210 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 359 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 99.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 84.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2830 mm |