2008 BMW 330 vs. 1968 Dodge Dart
To start off, 2008 BMW 330 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Dodge Dart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Dodge Dart would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 330 (310 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1968 Dodge Dart. (150 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1968 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 330 weights approximately 298 kg more than 1968 Dodge Dart. 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 Dart (353 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 330. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 330 | 1968 Dodge Dart | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 330 | Dart |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 5210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Top Speed | 242 km/hour | 153 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1377 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 68 L |
