1999 BMW 318 vs. 2011 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2011 Dodge Charger is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW 318 would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Charger (370 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1999 BMW 318. (192 HP @ 7250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Charger weights approximately 654 kg more than 1999 BMW 318. 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, 2011 Dodge Charger (535 Nm) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW 318. (355 Nm). This means 2011 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 BMW 318. 2011 Dodge Charger has automatic transmission and 1999 BMW 318 has manual transmission. 1999 BMW 318 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Dodge Charger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW 318 | 2011 Dodge Charger | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 318 | Charger |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 370 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 535 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1929 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5077 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3053 mm |
