1969 Dodge Challenger vs. 2010 BMW 125
To start off, 2010 BMW 125 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Dodge Challenger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Dodge Challenger would be higher. At 6,974 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Dodge Challenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Dodge Challenger (351 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2010 BMW 125. (216 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Dodge Challenger should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 125. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Dodge Challenger weights approximately 255 kg more than 2010 BMW 125. 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 (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 125. (270 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1969 Dodge Challenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 125.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Dodge Challenger | 2010 BMW 125 | |
| Make | Dodge | BMW |
| Model | Challenger | 125 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6974 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 351 HP | 216 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 53 L |
