2007 BMW 545 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 545. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 545 would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER (367 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2007 BMW 545. (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 545. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 545 weights approximately 123 kg more than 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER.
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 (542 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 545. (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 545. 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 545 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 545 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 545 | 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 545 | CHALLENGER |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4397 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 367 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1852 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5023 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1923 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1449 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2946 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |
