1994 BMW M5 vs. 1969 Dodge Challenger
To start off, 1994 BMW M5 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Dodge Challenger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Dodge Challenger would be higher. At 6,974 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Dodge Challenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Dodge Challenger (351 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1994 BMW M5. (335 HP @ 6900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Dodge Challenger should accelerate faster than 1994 BMW M5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW M5 weights approximately 211 kg more than 1969 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, 1969 Dodge Challenger (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 BMW M5. (400 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1969 Dodge Challenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 BMW M5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 BMW M5 | 1969 Dodge Challenger | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | M5 | Challenger |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3793 cc | 6974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 351 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 529 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1786 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2800 mm |
