1983 BMW 525 vs. 1984 Dodge 600
To start off, 1984 Dodge 600 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 BMW 525 would be higher. At 2,693 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Dodge 600 (142 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1983 BMW 525. (123 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Dodge 600 should accelerate faster than 1983 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 BMW 525 weights approximately 15 kg more than 1984 Dodge 600.
Because 1983 BMW 525 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1983 BMW 525. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Dodge 600, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1983 BMW 525 (241 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Dodge 600. (228 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1983 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Dodge 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 BMW 525 | 1984 Dodge 600 | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 525 | 600 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2693 cc | 2213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2630 mm |
