2007 Cadillac SRX vs. 1969 Dodge Dart
To start off, 2007 Cadillac SRX is newer by 38 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, 2007 Cadillac SRX (320 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1969 Dodge Dart. (235 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 1969 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 561 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.
Because 2007 Cadillac SRX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Dodge Dart. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac SRX will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Cadillac SRX (427 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Dodge Dart. (421 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Dodge Dart.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Cadillac SRX | 1969 Dodge Dart | |
| Make | Cadillac | Dodge |
| Model | SRX | Dart |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 5562 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 421 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1956 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 75 L |
