1999 BMW 740 vs. 1972 Dodge Dart
To start off, 1999 BMW 740 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 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 740 (283 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Dart. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 740 weights approximately 550 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 740 (419 Nm) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Dodge Dart. (257 Nm). This means 1999 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Dodge Dart.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW 740 | 1972 Dodge Dart | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 740 | Dart |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 3678 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 283 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 419 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2830 mm |
