1990 BMW 320 vs. 1969 Dodge Coronet
To start off, 1990 BMW 320 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Dodge Coronet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Dodge Coronet would be higher. At 3,690 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Dodge Coronet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Dodge Coronet (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1990 BMW 320. (115 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Dodge Coronet should accelerate faster than 1990 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Dodge Coronet weights approximately 124 kg more than 1990 BMW 320. 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, 1969 Dodge Coronet (292 Nm) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 BMW 320. (224 Nm). This means 1969 Dodge Coronet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 BMW 320 | 1969 Dodge Coronet | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 320 | Coronet |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 3690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1236 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2980 mm |
