1972 Dodge Challenger vs. 2011 BMW Z4
To start off, 2011 BMW Z4 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Dodge Challenger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Dodge Challenger would be higher. At 5,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Challenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW Z4 (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Challenger. (241 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Challenger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW Z4 weights approximately 85 kg more than 1972 Dodge Challenger. 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, 1972 Dodge Challenger (401 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW Z4. (350 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Challenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Challenger | 2011 BMW Z4 | |
| Make | Dodge | BMW |
| Model | Challenger | Z4 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5562 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 241 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.6 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4239 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2497 mm |
