1971 BMW 3 vs. 1972 Dodge Dart
To start off, 1972 Dodge Dart is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 BMW 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 BMW 3 would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 BMW 3 (180 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Dart. (150 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 BMW 3 should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 BMW 3 weights approximately 45 kg more than 1972 Dodge Dart. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Dart (359 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 BMW 3. (255 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 BMW 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 BMW 3 | 1972 Dodge Dart | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 3 | Dart |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 5210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 99.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2830 mm |
