1983 BMW 525 vs. 1971 Chrysler Charger
To start off, 1983 BMW 525 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Chrysler Charger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Chrysler Charger would be higher. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Chrysler Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Chrysler Charger (163 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1983 BMW 525. (123 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Chrysler Charger should accelerate faster than 1983 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Chrysler Charger weights approximately 110 kg more than 1983 BMW 525. 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, 1971 Chrysler Charger (318 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 BMW 525. (241 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1971 Chrysler Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 BMW 525 | 1971 Chrysler Charger | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | 525 | Charger |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2693 cc | 4015 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2680 mm |
