2007 BMW 730 vs. 1968 Dodge Coronet
To start off, 2007 BMW 730 is newer by 39 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, 1968 Dodge Coronet (230 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2007 BMW 730. (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Dodge Coronet should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 730 weights approximately 535 kg more than 1968 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, 2007 BMW 730 (520 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Dodge Coronet. (461 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Dodge Coronet. 2007 BMW 730 has automatic transmission and 1968 Dodge Coronet has manual transmission. 1968 Dodge Coronet will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 730 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 730 | 1968 Dodge Coronet | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 730 | Coronet |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 5210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 461 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2980 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 72 L |
