1977 BMW 520 vs. 1972 Chrysler Charger
To start off, 1977 BMW 520 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chrysler Charger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chrysler Charger would be higher. At 3,523 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Chrysler Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Chrysler Charger (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1977 BMW 520. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Chrysler Charger should accelerate faster than 1977 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 BMW 520 weights approximately 205 kg more than 1972 Chrysler Charger.
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, 1977 BMW 520 (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Chrysler Charger. (272 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1977 BMW 520 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Chrysler Charger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 BMW 520 | 1972 Chrysler Charger | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | 520 | Charger |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1951 cc | 3523 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 272 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2680 mm |
