2005 Cadillac DTS vs. 1972 Dodge Dart
To start off, 2005 Cadillac DTS 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 5,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac DTS (287 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Dart. (240 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac DTS should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Dart.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Dart (401 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Cadillac DTS. (388 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Cadillac DTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac DTS | 1972 Dodge Dart | |
| Make | Cadillac | Dodge |
| Model | DTS | Dart |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 5562 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 287 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2830 mm |
