2009 BMW 650 vs. 2011 Dodge Challenger
To start off, 2011 Dodge Challenger is newer by 2 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 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 650 (361 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2011 Dodge Challenger. (305 HP @ 6350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 2011 Dodge Challenger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Challenger weights approximately 720 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 (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Dodge Challenger. (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Dodge Challenger. 2011 Dodge Challenger has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW 650 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW 650 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Dodge Challenger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 650 | 2011 Dodge Challenger | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 650 | Challenger |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 361 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 2245 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 Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |
