2007 BMW 120 vs. 1973 Chrysler Charger
To start off, 2007 BMW 120 is newer by 34 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 4,014 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Chrysler Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Chrysler Charger (163 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2007 BMW 120. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Chrysler Charger should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 120 weights approximately 5 kg more 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, 1973 Chrysler Charger (318 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 120. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1973 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 | 1973 Chrysler Charger | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | 120 | Charger |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4014 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 | 1335 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2680 mm |
