2008 BMW 750 vs. 1969 Dodge Dart
To start off, 2008 BMW 750 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Dodge Dart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Dodge Dart would be higher. At 5,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 750 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1969 Dodge Dart. (235 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1969 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 750 weights approximately 660 kg more than 1969 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, 2008 BMW 750 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Dodge Dart. (421 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Dodge Dart.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 750 | 1969 Dodge Dart | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 750 | Dart |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 5562 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 421 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2055 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 75 L |
