2001 BMW M vs. 2010 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2010 Dodge Charger is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW M would be higher. At 6,100 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Charger (425 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2001 BMW M. (325 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Charger weights approximately 512 kg more than 2001 BMW M. 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, 2010 Dodge Charger (569 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW M. (350 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW M. 2010 Dodge Charger has automatic transmission and 2001 BMW M has manual transmission. 2001 BMW M will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Dodge Charger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW M | 2010 Dodge Charger | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | M | Charger |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3300 cc | 6100 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 425 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1887 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 5083 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1466 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3048 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 72 L |
