1999 BMW 330 vs. 1972 Dodge Dart
To start off, 1999 BMW 330 is newer by 27 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 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 330 (184 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Dart. (150 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 330 weights approximately 360 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, 1999 BMW 330 (400 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Dodge Dart. (359 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1999 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Dodge Dart.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW 330 | 1972 Dodge Dart | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 330 | Dart |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 5210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2830 mm |
