2005 BMW 645 vs. 1968 Dodge Dart
To start off, 2005 BMW 645 is newer by 37 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 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 645 (326 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1968 Dodge Dart. (150 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 645 should accelerate faster than 1968 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 645 weights approximately 518 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, 2005 BMW 645 (447 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Dodge Dart. (353 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 645 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Dodge Dart.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 645 | 1968 Dodge Dart | |
Make | BMW | Dodge |
Model | 645 | Dart |
Year Released | 2005 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4392 cc | 5210 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 326 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 99.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 84.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.6:1 |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 153 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1377 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |