1990 BMW 520 vs. 2007 Dodge Nitro
To start off, 2007 Dodge Nitro is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 BMW 520 would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Nitro (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1990 BMW 520. (145 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 1990 BMW 520.
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, 2007 Dodge Nitro (320 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 BMW 520. (186 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
1990 BMW 520 | 2007 Dodge Nitro | |
Make | BMW | Dodge |
Model | 520 | Nitro |
Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2770 mm |