1998 BMW Pickster vs. 2010 Dodge Challenger
To start off, 2010 Dodge Challenger is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW Pickster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW Pickster would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Challenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Challenger (372 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1998 BMW Pickster. (317 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Challenger should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW Pickster.
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 Challenger (542 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW Pickster. (345 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Challenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW Pickster. 2010 Dodge Challenger has automatic transmission and 1998 BMW Pickster has manual transmission. 1998 BMW Pickster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Dodge Challenger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW Pickster | 2010 Dodge Challenger | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | Pickster | Challenger |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 372 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5022 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1923 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
