2007 BMW 130 vs. 1972 Dodge Dart
To start off, 2007 BMW 130 is newer by 35 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 5,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 130 (266 HP @ 6650 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Dart. (240 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 130 should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Dart.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 130 (427 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Dodge Dart. (401 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Dodge Dart.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 130 | 1972 Dodge Dart | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 130 | Dart |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 5562 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 266 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6650 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 102.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2830 mm |
