1977 BMW 628 vs. 1972 Dodge Dart
To start off, 1977 BMW 628 is newer by 5 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, 1977 BMW 628 (185 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Dart. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 BMW 628 should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Dart.
Let's talk about torque, 1977 BMW 628 (260 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Dodge Dart. (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1977 BMW 628 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Dodge Dart.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 BMW 628 | 1972 Dodge Dart | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 628 | Dart |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 3678 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2830 mm |
