2008 Chevrolet Impala vs. 1972 Dodge Dart
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Impala is newer by 36 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, 1972 Dodge Dart (240 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Impala. (211 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Impala.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Dart (401 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Impala. (290 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Impala.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Impala | 1972 Dodge Dart | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Impala | Dart |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3507 cc | 5562 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2830 mm |
