1960 BMW 700 vs. 1972 Dodge Dart
To start off, 1972 Dodge Dart is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 BMW 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 BMW 700 would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Dodge Dart (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1960 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 1960 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Dart weights approximately 675 kg more than 1960 BMW 700. 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 (359 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 BMW 700. (52 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 BMW 700 | 1972 Dodge Dart | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 700 | Dart |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 697 cc | 5210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 99.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2830 mm |
