2009 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1969 Dodge Dart
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 40 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 6,995 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (505 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 400 more horse power than 1969 Dodge Dart. (105 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1969 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Dodge Dart weights approximately 94 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (637 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 420 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Dodge Dart. (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Dodge Dart.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Corvette | 1969 Dodge Dart | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Corvette | Dart |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6995 cc | 3248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 505 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 637 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.8 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101.6 mm | 92.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 75 L |
