2007 BMW 323 vs. 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER
To start off, 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 323 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER (301 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 2007 BMW 323. (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER weights approximately 211 kg more than 2007 BMW 323. 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, 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 323. (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 323 | 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 323 | CHALLENGER |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3600 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.8 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5023 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1923 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1449 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2946 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 72 L |
