2007 BMW Z4 vs. 2012 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2012 Dodge Charger is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW Z4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW Z4 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Z4 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2012 Dodge Charger. (292 HP @ 6350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 2012 Dodge Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Charger weights approximately 328 kg more than 2007 BMW Z4.
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, 2007 BMW Z4 (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Dodge Charger. (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Dodge Charger. 2012 Dodge Charger has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW Z4 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW Z4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Dodge Charger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW Z4 | 2012 Dodge Charger | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | Z4 | Charger |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 292 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1813 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 5077 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3053 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 72 L |
