1972 BMW 520 vs. 2010 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2010 Dodge Charger is newer by 38 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Charger (368 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 1972 BMW 520. (113 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1972 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Charger weights approximately 623 kg more than 1972 BMW 520. 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, 2010 Dodge Charger (535 Nm @ 4350 RPM) has 370 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 BMW 520. (165 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 BMW 520. 2010 Dodge Charger has automatic transmission and 1972 BMW 520 has manual transmission. 1972 BMW 520 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Dodge Charger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1972 BMW 520 | 2010 Dodge Charger | |
Make | BMW | Dodge |
Model | 520 | Charger |
Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1989 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 368 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 535 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4350 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1853 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 5083 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1892 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1478 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3048 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |