2004 BMW 325 vs. 1969 Dodge Dart
To start off, 2004 BMW 325 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Dodge Dart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Dodge Dart would be higher. At 5,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Dodge Dart (235 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2004 BMW 325. (184 HP @ 7250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 325 weights approximately 200 kg more than 1969 Dodge Dart.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Dodge Dart (421 Nm) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 325. (237 Nm). This means 1969 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 325 | 1969 Dodge Dart | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 325 | Dart |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2490 cc | 5562 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 421 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 75 L |
