2007 BMW 120 vs. 1971 Chrysler Charger
To start off, 2007 BMW 120 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Chrysler Charger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Chrysler Charger would be higher. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Chrysler Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Chrysler Charger (163 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2007 BMW 120. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Chrysler Charger should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Chrysler Charger weights approximately 10 kg more than 2007 BMW 120. 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, 1971 Chrysler Charger (318 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 120. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1971 Chrysler Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 120 | 1971 Chrysler Charger | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | 120 | Charger |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4015 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 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 | 1350 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2680 mm |
