2004 Aston Martin Vanquish vs. 1972 Dodge Dart
To start off, 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish is newer by 32 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 5,934 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish (520 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 280 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Dart. (240 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish weights approximately 450 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, 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish (555 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Dodge Dart. (401 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Dodge Dart.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish | 1972 Dodge Dart | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Dodge |
| Model | Vanquish | Dart |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5934 cc | 5562 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 520 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 555 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 102.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1875 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2830 mm |
