2009 BMW M5 vs. 1972 Chrysler Charger
To start off, 2009 BMW M5 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chrysler Charger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chrysler Charger would be higher. At 5,561 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Chrysler Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M5 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 1972 Chrysler Charger. (276 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1972 Chrysler Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW M5 weights approximately 515 kg more than 1972 Chrysler Charger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 M5 (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Chrysler Charger. (459 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Chrysler Charger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW M5 | 1972 Chrysler Charger | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | M5 | Charger |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4999 cc | 5561 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 459 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2680 mm |
