2006 Aston Martin V12 vs. 1969 Dodge Dart
To start off, 2006 Aston Martin V12 is newer by 37 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 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Aston Martin V12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Aston Martin V12 (521 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 286 more horse power than 1969 Dodge Dart. (235 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Aston Martin V12 should accelerate faster than 1969 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Aston Martin V12 weights approximately 483 kg more than 1969 Dodge Dart. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Aston Martin V12 (577 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Dodge Dart. (421 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Aston Martin V12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Dodge Dart.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Aston Martin V12 | 1969 Dodge Dart | |
Make | Aston Martin | Dodge |
Model | V12 | Dart |
Year Released | 2006 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 5562 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 521 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 577 Nm | 421 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 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 | 1878 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 75 L |