2000 BMW Z8 vs. 1972 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2000 BMW Z8 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Dodge Charger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Dodge Charger would be higher. At 6,555 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW Z8 (400 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Charger. (256 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW Z8 should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Charger weights approximately 125 kg more than 2000 BMW Z8.
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, 2000 BMW Z8 (500 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Dodge Charger. (470 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2000 BMW Z8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Dodge Charger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW Z8 | 1972 Dodge Charger | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | Z8 | Charger |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4939 cc | 6555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 470 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 110.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3010 mm |
