1972 Dodge Dart vs. 2010 BMW 120
To start off, 2010 BMW 120 is newer by 38 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, 2010 BMW 120 (169 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Dart. (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 120 weights approximately 50 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 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 120. (210 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Dodge Dart | 2010 BMW 120 | |
Make | Dodge | BMW |
Model | Dart | 120 |
Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5210 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 169 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 359 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.4 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2670 mm |