2008 BMW 750 vs. 2008 Dodge Charger

To start off, both 2008 BMW 750 and 2008 Dodge Charger were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 750 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 2008 Dodge Charger. (178 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 2008 Dodge Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 750 weights approximately 43 kg more than 2008 Dodge Charger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2008 Dodge Charger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 750. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Charger will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 BMW 750 (488 Nm @ 3499 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dodge Charger. (258 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dodge Charger.

Compare all specifications:

2008 BMW 750 2008 Dodge Charger
Make BMW Dodge
Model 750 Charger
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4799 cc 2737 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 360 HP 178 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 488 Nm 258 Nm
Torque RPM 3499 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 93 mm 86 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88.3 mm 78 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 9.7:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1734 kg 1691 kg
Vehicle Length 5050 mm 5090 mm
Vehicle Width 1910 mm 1900 mm
Vehicle Height 1500 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 3000 mm 3050 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 88 L 83 L


 

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