2009 BMW 135 vs. 1970 Dodge Dart
To start off, 2009 BMW 135 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Dodge Dart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Dodge Dart would be higher. At 3,249 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 135 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1970 Dodge Dart. (101 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 135 should accelerate faster than 1970 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Dodge Dart weights approximately 29 kg more than 2009 BMW 135.
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, 2009 BMW 135 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Dodge Dart. (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Dodge Dart.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 135 | 1970 Dodge Dart | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 135 | Dart |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 3249 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2830 mm |
