2007 BMW 525 vs. 1968 Dodge Dart
To start off, 2007 BMW 525 is newer by 39 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, 2007 BMW 525 (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1968 Dodge Dart. (150 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1968 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 525 weights approximately 375 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, 2007 BMW 525 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Dodge Dart. (353 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Dodge Dart.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 525 | 1968 Dodge Dart | |
Make | BMW | Dodge |
Model | 525 | Dart |
Year Released | 2007 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 5210 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 99.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.1 mm | 84.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 153 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 1377 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |