2004 BMW 320 vs. 1969 Dodge Coronet
To start off, 2004 BMW 320 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Dodge Coronet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Dodge Coronet would be higher. At 3,690 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Dodge Coronet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 320 (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1969 Dodge Coronet. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1969 Dodge Coronet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 320 weights approximately 220 kg more than 1969 Dodge Coronet. 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, 2004 BMW 320 (334 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Dodge Coronet. (292 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Dodge Coronet.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 320 | 1969 Dodge Coronet | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 320 | Coronet |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2980 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 72 L |
