1994 BMW 840 vs. 2009 Dodge Challenger
To start off, 2009 Dodge Challenger is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 BMW 840. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 BMW 840 would be higher. At 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 BMW 840 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW 840 (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Challenger. (250 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW 840 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, 1994 BMW 840 (400 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Challenger. (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1994 BMW 840 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Challenger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 BMW 840 | 2009 Dodge Challenger | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 840 | Challenger |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 3518 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
