2000 BMW 323 vs. 2012 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2012 Dodge Charger is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 BMW 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 BMW 323 would be higher. At 6,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Charger (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 2000 BMW 323. (326 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Charger weights approximately 370 kg more than 2000 BMW 323. 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, 2012 Dodge Charger (637 Nm) has 392 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 323. (245 Nm). This means 2012 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 323 | 2012 Dodge Charger | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 323 | Charger |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 6400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 326 HP | 470 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 637 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5088 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1885 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3053 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |
