2008 BMW 525 vs. 1968 Dodge Dart
To start off, 2008 BMW 525 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 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1968 Dodge Dart. (150 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1968 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 525 weights approximately 98 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 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 525. (250 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1968 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 525 | 1968 Dodge Dart | |
Make | BMW | Dodge |
Model | 525 | Dart |
Year Released | 2008 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 5210 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 99.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 84.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 153 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1377 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |