2009 BMW 135 vs. 1972 Dodge Dart
To start off, 2009 BMW 135 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, 2009 BMW 135 (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Dart. (240 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 135 should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 135 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1972 Dodge Dart. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 135 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Dodge Dart. (401 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Dodge Dart.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 135 | 1972 Dodge Dart | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 135 | Dart |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 5562 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 102.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2830 mm |
