1969 Dodge Challenger vs. 2010 BMW 330
To start off, 2010 BMW 330 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 95 more horse power than 2010 BMW 330. (256 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Dodge Challenger should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 330.
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, 2010 BMW 330 (540 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Dodge Challenger. (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Dodge Challenger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Dodge Challenger | 2010 BMW 330 | |
| Make | Dodge | BMW |
| Model | Challenger | 330 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6974 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 351 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4624 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1384 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 57 L |
