1990 Dodge Stealth vs. 2010 BMW 650
To start off, 2010 BMW 650 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Dodge Stealth. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Dodge Stealth would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 650 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1990 Dodge Stealth. (282 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 1990 Dodge Stealth. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 650 weights approximately 210 kg more than 1990 Dodge Stealth. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Dodge Stealth is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 BMW 650. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 2010 BMW 650 (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Dodge Stealth. (429 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Dodge Stealth. 2010 BMW 650 has automatic transmission and 1990 Dodge Stealth has manual transmission. 1990 Dodge Stealth will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 BMW 650 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Dodge Stealth | 2010 BMW 650 | |
| Make | Dodge | BMW |
| Model | Stealth | 650 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 429 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4831 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1374 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2779 mm |
