1972 Dodge Dart vs. 2009 BMW 330
To start off, 2009 BMW 330 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Dodge Dart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Dodge Dart would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 330 (268 HP @ 6650 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Dart. (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 330 weights approximately 210 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 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 330. (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Dodge Dart | 2009 BMW 330 | |
Make | Dodge | BMW |
Model | Dart | 330 |
Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5210 cc | 2994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6650 RPM |
Torque | 359 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.4 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1545 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2770 mm |