2007 Dodge Charger vs. 2012 BMW M3
To start off, 2012 BMW M3 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Dodge Charger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Dodge Charger would be higher. At 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Charger. (190 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Charger weights approximately 458 kg more than 2012 BMW M3.
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, 2012 BMW M3 (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Charger. (258 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Charger. 2007 Dodge Charger has automatic transmission and 2012 BMW M3 has manual transmission. 2012 BMW M3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Dodge Charger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Charger | 2012 BMW M3 | |
| Make | Dodge | BMW |
| Model | Charger | M3 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2736 cc | 3999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 8300 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 75.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 1885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4615 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1803 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1392 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2761 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 12.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 18 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 63 L |
