1974 BMW Touring vs. 1972 Dodge Challenger
To start off, 1974 BMW Touring is newer by 2 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, 1972 Dodge Challenger (241 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1974 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Challenger should accelerate faster than 1974 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Challenger weights approximately 375 kg more than 1974 BMW Touring. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Challenger (401 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Challenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 BMW Touring | 1972 Dodge Challenger | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | Touring | Challenger |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1572 cc | 5562 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 241 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 102.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2810 mm |
