1985 BMW 628 vs. 1972 Dodge Dart
To start off, 1985 BMW 628 is newer by 13 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, 1985 BMW 628 (181 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Dart. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 BMW 628 should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 BMW 628 weights approximately 75 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, 1972 Dodge Dart (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 BMW 628. (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 BMW 628.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 BMW 628 | 1972 Dodge Dart | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 628 | Dart |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2788 cc | 3678 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2830 mm |
