1979 BMW 633 vs. 1999 Dodge Stealth
To start off, 1999 Dodge Stealth is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 BMW 633. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 BMW 633 would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 BMW 633 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Dodge Stealth (283 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1979 BMW 633. (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Dodge Stealth should accelerate faster than 1979 BMW 633. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Dodge Stealth weights approximately 260 kg more than 1979 BMW 633. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Dodge Stealth is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 BMW 633. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Dodge Stealth will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Dodge Stealth (428 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 BMW 633. (285 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1999 Dodge Stealth will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 BMW 633.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 BMW 633 | 1999 Dodge Stealth | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 633 | Stealth |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 283 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 428 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2480 mm |
