2009 BMW M6 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 M6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW M6 would be higher. At 6,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Challenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2011 Dodge Challenger. (470 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 2011 Dodge Challenger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Challenger weights approximately 1124 kg more than 2009 BMW M6.
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, 2011 Dodge Challenger (637 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW M6. (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Challenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW M6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW M6 | 2011 Dodge Challenger | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | M6 | Challenger |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4999 cc | 6400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 470 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 519 Nm | 637 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 2404 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5022 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1923 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2946 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 14 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 21.5 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |
