2009 BMW 125 vs. 1968 Dodge Coronet
To start off, 2009 BMW 125 is newer by 41 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 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Dodge Coronet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Dodge Coronet (230 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2009 BMW 125. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Dodge Coronet should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 125. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Dodge Coronet weights approximately 114 kg more than 2009 BMW 125. 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 (461 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 125. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1968 Dodge Coronet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 125.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 125 | 1968 Dodge Coronet | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 125 | Coronet |
| Year Released | 2009 | 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 | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 461 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2980 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 72 L |
