1972 Dodge Dart vs. 2010 BMW X6
To start off, 2010 BMW X6 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 X6 (555 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 405 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Dart. (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW X6 weights approximately 1080 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, 2010 BMW X6 (677 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Dodge Dart. (359 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2010 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Dodge Dart.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Dart | 2010 BMW X6 | |
| Make | Dodge | BMW |
| Model | Dart | X6 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 555 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 677 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 2415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4877 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2934 mm |
