1972 Dodge Dart vs. 2011 BMW 320
To start off, 2011 BMW 320 is newer by 39 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 3,678 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 320 (182 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Dart. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Dart.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 BMW 320 (380 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Dodge Dart. (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Dodge Dart.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Dart | 2011 BMW 320 | |
| Make | Dodge | BMW |
| Model | Dart | 320 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3678 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4624 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1384 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2810 mm |
