1968 Dodge Dart vs. 2006 BMW Z4
To start off, 2006 BMW Z4 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Dodge Dart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Dodge Dart would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW Z4 (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1968 Dodge Dart. (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1968 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Dodge Dart weights approximately 42 kg more than 2006 BMW Z4.
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 Dart (353 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW Z4. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW Z4. 2006 BMW Z4 has automatic transmission and 1968 Dodge Dart has manual transmission. 1968 Dodge Dart will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 BMW Z4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Dodge Dart | 2006 BMW Z4 | |
Make | Dodge | BMW |
Model | Dart | Z4 |
Year Released | 1968 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5210 cc | 2492 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 11.0:1 |
Top Speed | 153 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1377 kg | 1335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |