1986 BMW 735 vs. 2007 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2007 Dodge Charger is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 BMW 735. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 BMW 735 would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Charger (341 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1986 BMW 735. (215 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1986 BMW 735. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Charger weights approximately 657 kg more than 1986 BMW 735. 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, 2007 Dodge Charger (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 BMW 735. (310 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 BMW 735.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 BMW 735 | 2007 Dodge Charger | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 735 | Charger |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3453 cc | 5654 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 341 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 529 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 2343 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 72 L |
