2005 BMW M3 vs. 1968 Dodge Coronet
To start off, 2005 BMW M3 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Dodge Coronet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Dodge Coronet would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Dodge Coronet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW M3 (320 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1968 Dodge Coronet. (230 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1968 Dodge Coronet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW M3 weights approximately 250 kg more than 1968 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, 1968 Dodge Coronet (461 Nm) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW M3. (337 Nm). This means 1968 Dodge Coronet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW M3 | 1968 Dodge Coronet | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | M3 | Coronet |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3244 cc | 5210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 337 Nm | 461 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2980 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 72 L |
