2005 BMW 318 vs. 1972 Dodge Dart
To start off, 2005 BMW 318 is newer by 33 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 3,678 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 318 (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Dart. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Dart.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Dart (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 318. (201 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 318 | 1972 Dodge Dart | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 318 | Dart |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3678 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 201 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2830 mm |
