1968 Dodge Coronet vs. 2001 BMW Z3
To start off, 2001 BMW Z3 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Dodge Coronet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Dodge Coronet would be higher. At 3,690 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Dodge Coronet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW Z3 (190 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1968 Dodge Coronet. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 1968 Dodge Coronet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Dodge Coronet weights approximately 45 kg more than 2001 BMW Z3.
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, 1968 Dodge Coronet (293 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW Z3. (237 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 Dodge Coronet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW Z3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Dodge Coronet | 2001 BMW Z3 | |
| Make | Dodge | BMW |
| Model | Coronet | Z3 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3690 cc | 2489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.3 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 104.8 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 51 L |
