2008 BMW 525 vs. 1972 Dodge Dart
To start off, 2008 BMW 525 is newer by 36 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, 1972 Dodge Dart (240 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2008 BMW 525. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 525 weights approximately 255 kg more than 1972 Dodge Dart.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Dart (401 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 525. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1972 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 | 1972 Dodge Dart | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 525 | Dart |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 5562 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.8 mm | 102.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2830 mm |
