1974 Chrysler Charger vs. 2009 BMW 318
To start off, 2009 BMW 318 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Chrysler Charger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Chrysler Charger would be higher. At 3,523 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Chrysler Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 318 (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1974 Chrysler Charger. (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1974 Chrysler Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 318 weights approximately 250 kg more than 1974 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, 1974 Chrysler Charger (272 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 318. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1974 Chrysler Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Chrysler Charger | 2009 BMW 318 | |
| Make | Chrysler | BMW |
| Model | Charger | 318 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3523 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 272 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2730 mm |
