2003 AC Cobra vs. 1969 Dodge Dart
To start off, 2003 AC Cobra is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Dodge Dart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Dodge Dart would be higher. At 5,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 AC Cobra (350 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1969 Dodge Dart. (235 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1969 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Dodge Dart weights approximately 333 kg more than 2003 AC Cobra.
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, 1969 Dodge Dart (421 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 AC Cobra. (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1969 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 AC Cobra.
Compare all specifications:
2003 AC Cobra | 1969 Dodge Dart | |
Make | AC | Dodge |
Model | Cobra | Dart |
Year Released | 2003 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3506 cc | 5562 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 421 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2830 mm |