2002 BMW 320 vs. 1973 Chrysler Charger
To start off, 2002 BMW 320 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Chrysler Charger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Chrysler Charger would be higher. At 4,014 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Chrysler Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Chrysler Charger (163 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2002 BMW 320. (142 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Chrysler Charger should accelerate faster than 2002 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Chrysler Charger weights approximately 30 kg more than 2002 BMW 320. 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, 1973 Chrysler Charger (318 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 BMW 320. (210 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1973 Chrysler Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 BMW 320 | 1973 Chrysler Charger | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | 320 | Charger |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4014 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2680 mm |
