1969 Dodge Dart vs. 2009 Ferrari 612
To start off, 2009 Ferrari 612 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 5,748 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ferrari 612 (533 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 298 more horse power than 1969 Dodge Dart. (235 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 1969 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 530 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, 2009 Ferrari 612 (589 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Dodge Dart. (421 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Dodge Dart.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Dodge Dart | 2009 Ferrari 612 | |
Make | Dodge | Ferrari |
Model | Dart | 612 |
Year Released | 1969 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5562 cc | 5748 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 235 HP | 533 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7250 RPM |
Torque | 421 Nm | 589 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 11.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2960 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 105 L |