2009 BMW 125 vs. 1972 Dodge Dart
To start off, 2009 BMW 125 is newer by 37 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 2009 BMW 125. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 125. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Dart weights approximately 99 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Dart (401 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 125. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 125.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 125 | 1972 Dodge Dart | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 125 | Dart |
| Year Released | 2009 | 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 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2830 mm |
