1992 BMW 740 vs. 2009 Dodge Challenger
To start off, 2009 Dodge Challenger is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 740 would be higher. At 3,980 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 740 (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Challenger. (250 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Challenger.
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, 1992 BMW 740 (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Challenger. (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Challenger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 740 | 2009 Dodge Challenger | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 740 | Challenger |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3980 cc | 3518 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |
