2001 BMW Compact vs. 1971 Chrysler Charger
To start off, 2001 BMW Compact is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Chrysler Charger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Chrysler Charger would be higher. At 5,211 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Chrysler Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Chrysler Charger (227 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2001 BMW Compact. (193 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Chrysler Charger should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW Compact. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW Compact weights approximately 140 kg more than 1971 Chrysler Charger.
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, 1971 Chrysler Charger (461 Nm) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW Compact. (237 Nm). This means 1971 Chrysler Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW Compact.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW Compact | 1971 Chrysler Charger | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | Compact | Charger |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 5211 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 461 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2680 mm |
