1972 BMW Turbo vs. 2006 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2006 Dodge Durango is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 BMW Turbo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 BMW Turbo would be higher. At 4,702 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Durango (230 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1972 BMW Turbo. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1972 BMW Turbo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Durango weights approximately 1359 kg more than 1972 BMW Turbo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 BMW Turbo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Durango will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Dodge Durango (393 Nm) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 BMW Turbo. (177 Nm). This means 2006 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 BMW Turbo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 BMW Turbo | 2006 Dodge Durango | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | Turbo | Durango |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 4702 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 87 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 2343 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3030 mm |
