2007 BMW Z4 vs. 1970 Dodge Dart
To start off, 2007 BMW Z4 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Dodge Dart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Dodge Dart would be higher. At 3,249 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Z4 (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1970 Dodge Dart. (101 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1970 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Dodge Dart weights approximately 60 kg more than 2007 BMW Z4.
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, 1970 Dodge Dart (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW Z4. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1970 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW Z4 | 1970 Dodge Dart | |
Make | BMW | Dodge |
Model | Z4 | Dart |
Year Released | 2007 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 3249 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 92.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2830 mm |