1969 Dodge Dart vs. 2011 BMW 323
To start off, 2011 BMW 323 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Dodge Dart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Dodge Dart would be higher. At 3,248 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 323 (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1969 Dodge Dart. (105 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 323 should accelerate faster than 1969 Dodge Dart.
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, 2011 BMW 323 (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Dodge Dart. (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Dodge Dart.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Dodge Dart | 2011 BMW 323 | |
| Make | Dodge | BMW |
| Model | Dart | 323 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3248 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 60 L |
