1972 Chrysler Charger vs. 2012 BMW 328
To start off, 2012 BMW 328 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chrysler Charger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chrysler Charger would be higher. At 5,561 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Chrysler Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Chrysler Charger (276 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2012 BMW 328. (230 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Chrysler Charger should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 328. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 328 weights approximately 185 kg more than 1972 Chrysler Charger.
Because 2012 BMW 328 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Chrysler Charger. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW 328 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1972 Chrysler Charger (459 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1972 Chrysler Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 328.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chrysler Charger | 2012 BMW 328 | |
| Make | Chrysler | BMW |
| Model | Charger | 328 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5561 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 459 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4536 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1816 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2810 mm |
