2009 Aston Martin Vanquish vs. 1972 Dodge Dart
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish is newer by 37 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 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish (521 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 371 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Dart. (150 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish weights approximately 621 kg more than 1972 Dodge Dart. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish (577 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Dodge Dart. (359 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Dodge Dart.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish | 1972 Dodge Dart | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Dodge |
| Model | Vanquish | Dart |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 5210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 521 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 577 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 99.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1956 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2830 mm |
