1999 BMW Z9 vs. 1973 Chrysler Charger
To start off, 1999 BMW Z9 is newer by 26 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 5,899 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Chrysler Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Chrysler Charger (252 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1999 BMW Z9. (242 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Chrysler Charger should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW Z9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW Z9 weights approximately 250 kg more than 1973 Chrysler Charger.
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, 1999 BMW Z9 (560 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Chrysler Charger. (486 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1999 BMW Z9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Chrysler Charger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW Z9 | 1973 Chrysler Charger | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | Z9 | Charger |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4397 cc | 5899 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 486 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2680 mm |
