2009 BMW 650 vs. 2010 Dodge Challenger
To start off, 2010 Dodge Challenger is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 650. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 650 would be higher. At 4,797 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 650 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2010 Dodge Challenger. (250 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 2010 Dodge Challenger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Challenger weights approximately 347 kg more than 2009 BMW 650.
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, 2009 BMW 650 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dodge Challenger. (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dodge Challenger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 650 | 2010 Dodge Challenger | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 650 | Challenger |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4797 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1687 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5022 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1923 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2946 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |
