1995 BMW S3 vs. 2010 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2010 Dodge Charger is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 BMW S3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 BMW S3 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW S3 (338 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2010 Dodge Charger. (250 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW S3 should accelerate faster than 2010 Dodge Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW S3 weights approximately 9 kg more than 2010 Dodge 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, 2010 Dodge Charger (339 Nm) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 BMW S3. (260 Nm). This means 2010 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 BMW S3. 2010 Dodge Charger has automatic transmission and 1995 BMW S3 has manual transmission. 1995 BMW S3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Dodge Charger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW S3 | 2010 Dodge Charger | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | S3 | Charger |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1716 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5083 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1478 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3048 mm |
