2006 BMW 523 vs. 1969 Dodge Coronet
To start off, 2006 BMW 523 is newer by 37 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, 2006 BMW 523 (175 HP) has 32 more horse power than 1969 Dodge Coronet. (143 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 523 should accelerate faster than 1969 Dodge Coronet.
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, 1969 Dodge Coronet (292 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 523. (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1969 Dodge Coronet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 523.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 523 | 1969 Dodge Coronet | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 523 | Coronet |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 143 HP |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2980 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |
