1992 BMW 520 vs. 2010 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2010 Dodge Dakota is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 520 would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1992 BMW 520. (148 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 203 kg more than 1992 BMW 520. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 BMW 520. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Dakota 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 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 520. (190 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 520 | 2010 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 520 | Dakota |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 3701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 87.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 1691 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1750 mm |
