1969 Dodge Challenger vs. 1965 BMW 700
To start off, 1969 Dodge Challenger is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 BMW 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 BMW 700 would be higher. At 5,208 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Dodge Challenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Dodge Challenger (156 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1965 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Dodge Challenger should accelerate faster than 1965 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Dodge Challenger weights approximately 835 kg more than 1965 BMW 700. 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, 1969 Dodge Challenger (352 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 BMW 700. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1969 Dodge Challenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Dodge Challenger | 1965 BMW 700 | |
| Make | Dodge | BMW |
| Model | Challenger | 700 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5208 cc | 696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 352 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2130 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 54 L |
