2000 BMW 525 vs. 1969 Dodge Challenger
To start off, 2000 BMW 525 is newer by 31 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 30 more horse power than 2000 BMW 525. (170 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Dodge Challenger should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 525 weights approximately 283 kg more than 1969 Dodge Challenger.
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 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 525. (331 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1969 Dodge Challenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 525 | 1969 Dodge Challenger | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 525 | Challenger |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 6286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 331 Nm | 422 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1795 kg | 1512 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |
