1972 BMW Turbo vs. 2008 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2008 Dodge Durango is newer by 36 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 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Durango (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1972 BMW Turbo. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1972 BMW Turbo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Durango weights approximately 402 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.
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, 2008 Dodge Durango (319 Nm) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 BMW Turbo. (177 Nm). This means 2008 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 BMW Turbo. 2008 Dodge Durango has automatic transmission and 1972 BMW Turbo has manual transmission. 1972 BMW Turbo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Dodge Durango will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 BMW Turbo | 2008 Dodge Durango | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | Turbo | Durango |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1386 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 |
