1966 BMW 1600 vs. 1973 Chrysler Charger
To start off, 1973 Chrysler Charger is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 BMW 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 BMW 1600 would be higher. At 5,899 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Chrysler Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Chrysler Charger (252 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1966 BMW 1600. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Chrysler Charger should accelerate faster than 1966 BMW 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Chrysler Charger weights approximately 460 kg more than 1966 BMW 1600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1973 Chrysler Charger (486 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 362 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 BMW 1600. (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Chrysler Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 BMW 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 BMW 1600 | 1973 Chrysler Charger | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | 1600 | Charger |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1574 cc | 5899 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 486 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2680 mm |
