2006 BMW M3 vs. 1968 Dodge Dart
To start off, 2006 BMW M3 is newer by 38 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, 2006 BMW M3 (338 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1968 Dodge Dart. (150 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1968 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW M3 weights approximately 172 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, 2006 BMW M3 (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Dodge Dart. (353 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2006 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Dodge Dart.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW M3 | 1968 Dodge Dart | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | M3 | Dart |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 5210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 1377 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 68 L |
