2008 BMW M3 vs. 2010 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2010 Dodge Charger is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW M3 would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2010 Dodge Charger. (368 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2010 Dodge Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Charger weights approximately 198 kg more than 2008 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, 2010 Dodge Charger (535 Nm @ 4350 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW M3. (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW M3. 2010 Dodge Charger has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW M3 has manual transmission. 2008 BMW M3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Dodge Charger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW M3 | 2010 Dodge Charger | |
Make | BMW | Dodge |
Model | M3 | Charger |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3999 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 414 HP | 368 HP |
Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 535 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4350 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1853 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5083 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1892 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1478 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3048 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 72 L |