2001 BMW 318 vs. 1972 Dodge Dart
To start off, 2001 BMW 318 is newer by 29 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 92 more horse power than 2001 BMW 318. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 318 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1972 Dodge Dart.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Dart (401 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW 318. (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW 318 | 1972 Dodge Dart | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 318 | Dart |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 5562 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 102.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 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 |
