2000 BMW Z9 vs. 1971 Dodge Dart
To start off, 2000 BMW Z9 is newer by 29 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 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 BMW Z9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW Z9 (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1971 Dodge Dart. (100 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW Z9 should accelerate faster than 1971 Dodge Dart.
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, 2000 BMW Z9 (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Dodge Dart. (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 BMW Z9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Dodge Dart.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW Z9 | 1971 Dodge Dart | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | Z9 | Dart |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 3249 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 86.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 92.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2830 mm |
