1992 BMW 520 vs. 2012 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2012 Dodge Charger is newer by 20 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Charger (292 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1992 BMW 520. (148 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Charger weights approximately 309 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.
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, 2012 Dodge Charger (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 520. (190 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2012 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 520 | 2012 Dodge Charger | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 520 | Charger |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 292 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 1797 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5077 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1483 mm |
