1975 BMW Coupe vs. 2005 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2005 Dodge Charger is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 BMW Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 BMW Coupe would be higher. At 3,523 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Charger (247 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1975 BMW Coupe. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1975 BMW Coupe.
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, 2005 Dodge Charger (339 Nm) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 BMW Coupe. (251 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 BMW Coupe. 2005 Dodge Charger has automatic transmission and 1975 BMW Coupe has manual transmission. 1975 BMW Coupe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Dodge Charger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 BMW Coupe | 2005 Dodge Charger | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | Coupe | Charger |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3001 cc | 3523 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2930 mm |
