1998 BMW Z3 vs. 1969 Dodge Challenger
To start off, 1998 BMW Z3 is newer by 29 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 6,286 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Dodge Challenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Dodge Challenger (200 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1998 BMW Z3. (191 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Dodge Challenger should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW Z3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Dodge Challenger weights approximately 106 kg more than 1998 BMW Z3. 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, 1969 Dodge Challenger (422 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW Z3. (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1969 Dodge Challenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW Z3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW Z3 | 1969 Dodge Challenger | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | Z3 | Challenger |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2793 cc | 6286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 422 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1566 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2800 mm |
