2001 BMW 735 vs. 2009 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2009 Dodge Charger is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW 735. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW 735 would be higher. At 5,652 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Charger (368 HP) has 100 more horse power than 2001 BMW 735. (268 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW 735. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Charger weights approximately 25 kg more than 2001 BMW 735. 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, 2009 Dodge Charger (536 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW 735. (360 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW 735.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW 735 | 2009 Dodge Charger | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 735 | Charger |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 5652 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 368 HP |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 536 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1935 kg | 1960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 72 L |
