1981 BMW 725 vs. 2013 Dodge CHARGER
To start off, 2013 Dodge CHARGER is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 BMW 725. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 BMW 725 would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Dodge CHARGER is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Dodge CHARGER (365 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1981 BMW 725. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge 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, 2013 Dodge CHARGER (536 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 321 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 BMW 725. (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Dodge CHARGER will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 BMW 725.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 BMW 725 | 2013 Dodge CHARGER | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 725 | CHARGER |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2493 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 365 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 536 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5077 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1482 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3052 mm |
