1972 Chrysler Charger vs. 2012 BMW 730
To start off, 2012 BMW 730 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 32 more horse power than 2012 BMW 730. (244 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Chrysler Charger should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 730 weights approximately 500 kg more than 1972 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, 2012 BMW 730 (540 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Chrysler Charger. (459 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Chrysler Charger. 2012 BMW 730 has automatic transmission and 1972 Chrysler Charger has manual transmission. 1972 Chrysler Charger will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 BMW 730 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Chrysler Charger | 2012 BMW 730 | |
Make | Chrysler | BMW |
Model | Charger | 730 |
Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5561 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 459 Nm | 540 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5072 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1479 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3070 mm |