1968 Dodge Coronet vs. 2009 BMW 545
To start off, 2009 BMW 545 is newer by 41 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 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 545 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1968 Dodge Coronet. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 1968 Dodge Coronet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 545 weights approximately 615 kg more than 1968 Dodge Coronet. 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 BMW 545 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Dodge Coronet. (293 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Dodge Coronet. 2009 BMW 545 has automatic transmission and 1968 Dodge Coronet has manual transmission. 1968 Dodge Coronet will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 545 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Dodge Coronet | 2009 BMW 545 | |
| Make | Dodge | BMW |
| Model | Coronet | 545 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3690 cc | 4398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 328 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.3 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 104.8 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |
