2008 BMW 325 vs. 1968 Dodge Coronet
To start off, 2008 BMW 325 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Dodge Coronet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Dodge Coronet would be higher. At 3,690 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Dodge Coronet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1968 Dodge Coronet. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1968 Dodge Coronet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 325 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1968 Dodge Coronet. 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, 1968 Dodge Coronet (293 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 325. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1968 Dodge Coronet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 325 | 1968 Dodge Coronet | |
Make | BMW | Dodge |
Model | 325 | Coronet |
Year Released | 2008 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3690 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 293 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.9 mm | 86.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 104.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2980 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 72 L |