1980 BMW 628 vs. 2012 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2012 Dodge Charger is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 BMW 628. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 BMW 628 would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Charger (370 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1980 BMW 628. (181 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1980 BMW 628. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Charger weights approximately 459 kg more than 1980 BMW 628. 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, 2012 Dodge Charger (535 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 BMW 628. (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 BMW 628. 2012 Dodge Charger has automatic transmission and 1980 BMW 628 has manual transmission. 1980 BMW 628 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Dodge Charger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1980 BMW 628 | 2012 Dodge Charger | |
Make | BMW | Dodge |
Model | 628 | Charger |
Year Released | 1980 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2787 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 370 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 535 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1929 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5077 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1483 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3053 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |