1972 BMW 520 vs. 2007 Dodge Charger RT Concept
To start off, 2007 Dodge Charger RT Concept is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 BMW 520 would be higher. At 3,522 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Charger RT Concept is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Charger RT Concept (791 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 641 more horse power than 1972 BMW 520. (150 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Charger RT Concept should accelerate faster than 1972 BMW 520.
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, 2007 Dodge Charger RT Concept (800 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 610 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 BMW 520. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Charger RT Concept will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 BMW 520 | 2007 Dodge Charger RT Concept | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 520 | Charger RT Concept |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3522 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 791 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 800 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Top Speed | 211 km/hour | 260 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.6 seconds | 6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.3 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
