2000 BMW 318 vs. 1973 Chrysler Charger
To start off, 2000 BMW 318 is newer by 27 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 134 more horse power than 2000 BMW 318. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Chrysler Charger should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Chrysler Charger weights approximately 20 kg more than 2000 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, 1973 Chrysler Charger (486 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 318. (180 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1973 Chrysler Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
2000 BMW 318 | 1973 Chrysler Charger | |
Make | BMW | Chrysler |
Model | 318 | Charger |
Year Released | 2000 | 1973 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1894 cc | 5899 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 486 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2680 mm |