1975 BMW 1602 vs. 2009 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2009 Dodge Charger is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 BMW 1602. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 BMW 1602 would be higher. At 5,652 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Charger (368 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 283 more horse power than 1975 BMW 1602. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1975 BMW 1602. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Charger weights approximately 1030 kg more than 1975 BMW 1602. 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, 2009 Dodge Charger (536 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 406 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 BMW 1602. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 BMW 1602.
Compare all specifications:
1975 BMW 1602 | 2009 Dodge Charger | |
Make | BMW | Dodge |
Model | 1602 | Charger |
Year Released | 1975 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1574 cc | 5652 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 368 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 536 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3050 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 72 L |