1992 BMW 518 vs. 2002 Dodge Razor
To start off, 2002 Dodge Razor is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 518. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 518 would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Dodge Razor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Dodge Razor (251 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1992 BMW 518. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Dodge Razor should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW 518. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 518 weights approximately 25 kg more than 2002 Dodge Razor.
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, 2002 Dodge Razor (312 Nm) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 518. (165 Nm). This means 2002 Dodge Razor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 518.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 518 | 2002 Dodge Razor | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 518 | Razor |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1766 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2500 mm |
