1996 BMW 316 vs. 1971 Dodge Dart
To start off, 1996 BMW 316 is newer by 25 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, 1996 BMW 316 (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1971 Dodge Dart. (100 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 316 should accelerate faster than 1971 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Dodge Dart weights approximately 45 kg more than 1996 BMW 316.
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, 1971 Dodge Dart (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 316. (150 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1971 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 316 | 1971 Dodge Dart | |
Make | BMW | Dodge |
Model | 316 | Dart |
Year Released | 1996 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1594 cc | 3249 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 92.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 8.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2830 mm |