1973 Chrysler Charger vs. 2008 BMW 330
To start off, 2008 BMW 330 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Chrysler Charger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Chrysler Charger would be higher. At 5,211 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Chrysler Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 330 (229 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1973 Chrysler Charger. (227 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1973 Chrysler Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 330 weights approximately 295 kg more than 1973 Chrysler Charger. 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, 2008 BMW 330 (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Chrysler Charger. (461 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Chrysler Charger.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Chrysler Charger | 2008 BMW 330 | |
Make | Chrysler | BMW |
Model | Charger | 330 |
Year Released | 1973 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5211 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 229 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 461 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1675 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2770 mm |