1972 Dodge Dart vs. 2012 BMW 650
To start off, 2012 BMW 650 is newer by 40 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 5,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 650 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Dart. (240 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 650 weights approximately 665 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, 2012 BMW 650 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Dodge Dart. (401 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Dodge Dart.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Dodge Dart | 2012 BMW 650 | |
Make | Dodge | BMW |
Model | Dart | 650 |
Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5562 cc | 4400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 401 Nm | 609 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 2090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4894 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1894 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1369 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2855 mm |