2007 Dodge Magnum vs. 1969 Dodge Dart
To start off, 2007 Dodge Magnum 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 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Magnum (190 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1969 Dodge Dart. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Magnum should accelerate faster than 1969 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Magnum weights approximately 397 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, 1969 Dodge Dart (299 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Magnum. (258 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1969 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Magnum.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Magnum | 1969 Dodge Dart | |
| Make | Dodge | Dodge |
| Model | Magnum | Dart |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2736 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 299 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 68 L |
