1987 BMW 628 vs. 1971 Dodge Dart
To start off, 1987 BMW 628 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Dodge Dart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Dodge Dart would be higher. At 3,249 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 BMW 628 (181 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1971 Dodge Dart. (100 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 BMW 628 should accelerate faster than 1971 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 BMW 628 weights approximately 115 kg more than 1971 Dodge Dart. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1987 BMW 628 (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Dodge Dart. (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1987 BMW 628 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Dodge Dart.
Compare all specifications:
1987 BMW 628 | 1971 Dodge Dart | |
Make | BMW | Dodge |
Model | 628 | Dart |
Year Released | 1987 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2788 cc | 3249 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 92.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 8.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2830 mm |