1957 BMW 600 vs. 1972 Dodge Dart
To start off, 1972 Dodge Dart is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 BMW 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 BMW 600 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 220 more horse power than 1957 BMW 600. (20 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 1957 BMW 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Dart weights approximately 875 kg more than 1957 BMW 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Dart (401 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 363 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 BMW 600. (38 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 BMW 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 BMW 600 | 1972 Dodge Dart | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 600 | Dart |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 583 cc | 5562 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 38 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2910 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1710 mm | 2830 mm |
