2009 BMW 525 vs. 1972 Dodge Dart
To start off, 2009 BMW 525 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 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Dart. (150 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 525 weights approximately 160 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, 1972 Dodge Dart (359 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 525. (250 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 525 | 1972 Dodge Dart | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 525 | Dart |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 5210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 99.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2830 mm |
