2007 BMW X5 vs. 1972 Dodge Dart
To start off, 2007 BMW X5 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, 1972 Dodge Dart (240 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2007 BMW X5. (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW X5 weights approximately 655 kg more than 1972 Dodge Dart.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Dart (401 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW X5. (301 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW X5 | 1972 Dodge Dart | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | X5 | 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 | 228 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 102.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2830 mm |
