2000 BMW Z3 vs. 1972 Dodge Dart
To start off, 2000 BMW Z3 is newer by 28 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, 2000 BMW Z3 (167 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Dart. (150 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW Z3 weights approximately 51 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, 1972 Dodge Dart (359 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW Z3. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW Z3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW Z3 | 1972 Dodge Dart | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | Z3 | Dart |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2171 cc | 5210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 99.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2830 mm |
