2007 BMW 740 vs. 1969 Dodge Dart
To start off, 2007 BMW 740 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Dodge Dart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Dodge Dart would be higher. At 4,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 740 (302 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1969 Dodge Dart. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1969 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 740 weights approximately 610 kg more than 1969 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 740 (391 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Dodge Dart. (299 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Dodge Dart.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 740 | 1969 Dodge Dart | |
Make | BMW | Dodge |
Model | 740 | Dart |
Year Released | 2007 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4000 cc | 3687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 391 Nm | 299 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1965 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 68 L |