2007 BMW 745 vs. 1972 Dodge Dart
To start off, 2007 BMW 745 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 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 745 (326 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Dart. (150 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 745 weights approximately 780 kg more than 1972 Dodge Dart. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 745 (700 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 341 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Dodge Dart. (359 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Dodge Dart.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 745 | 1972 Dodge Dart | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 745 | Dart |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4423 cc | 5210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 326 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 99.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2830 mm |
