2005 BMW 525 vs. 1969 Dodge Challenger
To start off, 2005 BMW 525 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Dodge Challenger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Dodge Challenger would be higher. At 5,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Dodge Challenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Dodge Challenger (235 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2005 BMW 525. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Dodge Challenger should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 525 weights approximately 45 kg more than 1969 Dodge Challenger.
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, 1969 Dodge Challenger (421 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 525. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1969 Dodge Challenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 525 | 1969 Dodge Challenger | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 525 | Challenger |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 5562 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 421 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |
