1969 Dodge Dart vs. 2011 BMW 530
To start off, 2011 BMW 530 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 530 (256 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1969 Dodge Dart. (105 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1969 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 530 weights approximately 435 kg more than 1969 Dodge Dart. 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, 2011 BMW 530 (540 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Dodge Dart. (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 530 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 530 | |
Make | Dodge | BMW |
Model | Dart | 530 |
Year Released | 1969 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3248 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 540 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4899 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1464 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2968 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |