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 5,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Dodge Dart (240 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1999 BMW 330. (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 330 weights approximately 150 kg more than 1972 Dodge Dart.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Dart (401 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW 330. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 BMW 330.
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 | 2977 cc | 5562 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 102.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1425 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 |
