1981 BMW 725 vs. 1973 Chrysler Charger
To start off, 1981 BMW 725 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Chrysler Charger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Chrysler Charger would be higher. At 4,014 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Chrysler Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Chrysler Charger (163 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1981 BMW 725. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Chrysler Charger should accelerate faster than 1981 BMW 725.
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, 1973 Chrysler Charger (318 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 BMW 725. (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Chrysler Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 BMW 725.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 BMW 725 | 1973 Chrysler Charger | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | 725 | Charger |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2493 cc | 4014 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2680 mm |
