1987 BMW M6 vs. 1971 Chrysler Charger
To start off, 1987 BMW M6 is newer by 16 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 3,523 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Chrysler Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 BMW M6 (282 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1971 Chrysler Charger. (139 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1971 Chrysler Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 BMW M6 weights approximately 145 kg more than 1971 Chrysler Charger. 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, 1987 BMW M6 (334 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Chrysler Charger. (272 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1987 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Chrysler Charger.
Compare all specifications:
1987 BMW M6 | 1971 Chrysler Charger | |
Make | BMW | Chrysler |
Model | M6 | Charger |
Year Released | 1987 | 1971 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3453 cc | 3523 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 334 Nm | 272 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2680 mm |