1971 Chrysler Charger vs. 2010 BMW 118
To start off, 2010 BMW 118 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Chrysler Charger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Chrysler Charger would be higher. At 4,341 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Chrysler Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Chrysler Charger (200 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2010 BMW 118. (177 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Chrysler Charger should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 118 weights approximately 5 kg more than 1971 Chrysler Charger.
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, 1971 Chrysler Charger (355 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 118. (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1971 Chrysler Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Chrysler Charger | 2010 BMW 118 | |
Make | Chrysler | BMW |
Model | Charger | 118 |
Year Released | 1971 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4341 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 355 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1423 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2660 mm |