2005 BMW 330 vs. 1984 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2005 BMW 330 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Dodge Charger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Dodge Charger would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 330 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1984 Dodge Charger. (62 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1984 Dodge Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 330 weights approximately 475 kg more than 1984 Dodge Charger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 BMW 330 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Dodge Charger. (117 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Dodge Charger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 330 | 1984 Dodge Charger | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 330 | Charger |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1591 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2460 mm |
