2006 Dodge Charger vs. 2012 BMW M5
To start off, 2012 BMW M5 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Dodge Charger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Dodge Charger would be higher. At 6,063 cc, 2006 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW M5 (560 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Charger. (425 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge 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, 2012 BMW M5 (680 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dodge Charger. (570 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Dodge Charger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Charger | 2012 BMW M5 | |
| Make | Dodge | BMW |
| Model | Charger | M5 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6063 cc | 4400 cc |
| Horse Power | 425 HP | 560 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 680 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1455 mm |
