2007 BMW Z4 vs. 1972 Dodge Dart
To start off, 2007 BMW Z4 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, 2007 BMW Z4 (335 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Dart. (240 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Dart weights approximately 135 kg more than 2007 BMW Z4.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Dart (401 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW Z4. (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1972 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 | 1972 Dodge Dart | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | Z4 | 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 | 335 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 102.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2830 mm |
