2009 BMW 550 vs. 1969 Dodge Dart
To start off, 2009 BMW 550 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Dodge Dart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Dodge Dart would be higher. At 5,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 550 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1969 Dodge Dart. (235 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1969 Dodge Dart.
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 550 (491 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Dodge Dart. (421 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Dodge Dart.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 550 | 1969 Dodge Dart | |
Make | BMW | Dodge |
Model | 550 | Dart |
Year Released | 2009 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 5562 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 362 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 491 Nm | 421 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |