1992 BMW 525 vs. 1968 Dodge Dart
To start off, 1992 BMW 525 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Dodge Dart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Dodge Dart would be higher. At 4,492 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Dodge Dart (190 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1992 BMW 525. (141 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 525 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1968 Dodge Dart.
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, 1968 Dodge Dart (353 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 525. (260 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1968 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
1992 BMW 525 | 1968 Dodge Dart | |
Make | BMW | Dodge |
Model | 525 | Dart |
Year Released | 1992 | 1968 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2498 cc | 4492 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |