2005 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 1972 Dodge Dart
To start off, 2005 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 33 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 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Aston Martin DB9 (444 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Dart. (240 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 285 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, 2005 Aston Martin DB9 (571 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Dodge Dart. (401 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Dodge Dart.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Aston Martin DB9 | 1972 Dodge Dart | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Dodge |
| Model | DB9 | Dart |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 5562 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 571 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 102.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2830 mm |
