2003 BMW 760 vs. 1968 Dodge Dart
To start off, 2003 BMW 760 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Dodge Dart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Dodge Dart would be higher. At 5,972 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 BMW 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 760 (440 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 290 more horse power than 1968 Dodge Dart. (150 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 1968 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 760 weights approximately 713 kg more than 1968 Dodge Dart. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2003 BMW 760 (600 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Dodge Dart. (353 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Dodge Dart. 2003 BMW 760 has automatic transmission and 1968 Dodge Dart has manual transmission. 1968 Dodge Dart will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 BMW 760 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 760 | 1968 Dodge Dart | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 760 | Dart |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5972 cc | 5210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 440 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 1377 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2830 mm |
