2006 BMW 530 vs. 1973 Chrysler Charger
To start off, 2006 BMW 530 is newer by 33 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 3,523 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Chrysler Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 530 (255 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1973 Chrysler Charger. (138 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1973 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, 2006 BMW 530 (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Chrysler Charger. (272 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Chrysler Charger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 530 | 1973 Chrysler Charger | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | 530 | Charger |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 3523 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 272 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2680 mm |
