1990 BMW 730 vs. 1972 Dodge Dart
To start off, 1990 BMW 730 is newer by 18 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, 1990 BMW 730 (181 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Dart. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 BMW 730 weights approximately 205 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, 1990 BMW 730 (260 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Dodge Dart. (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1990 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Dodge Dart.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 BMW 730 | 1972 Dodge Dart | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 730 | Dart |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 3678 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 181 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 Weight | 1600 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2830 mm |
