1998 BMW 316 vs. 1973 Chrysler Charger
To start off, 1998 BMW 316 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Chrysler Charger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Chrysler Charger would be higher. At 3,523 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Chrysler Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Chrysler Charger (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1998 BMW 316. (103 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Chrysler Charger should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 316.
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, 1973 Chrysler Charger (272 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 316. (165 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1973 Chrysler Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 316 | 1973 Chrysler Charger | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | 316 | Charger |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1895 cc | 3523 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 272 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2680 mm |
