1972 Dodge Dart vs. 2013 BMW 6 series
To start off, 2013 BMW 6 series is newer by 41 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, 2013 BMW 6 series (311 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Dart. (240 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 6 series should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 6 series weights approximately 655 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, 2013 BMW 6 series (447 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Dodge Dart. (401 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 6 series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Dodge Dart.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Dodge Dart | 2013 BMW 6 series | |
Make | Dodge | BMW |
Model | Dart | 6 series |
Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5562 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 401 Nm | 447 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102.6 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 89 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 2080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4897 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1364 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2855 mm |