1972 Dodge Dart vs. 2011 BMW 740
To start off, 2011 BMW 740 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 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 740 (315 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Dart. (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 740 weights approximately 675 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, 2011 BMW 740 (447 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Dodge Dart. (359 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 740 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 740 | |
Make | Dodge | BMW |
Model | Dart | 740 |
Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5210 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 315 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 359 Nm | 447 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 2010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5215 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1481 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3211 mm |