1992 BMW 538 vs. 2005 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2005 Dodge Charger is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 538. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 538 would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 538 (341 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Charger. (340 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 538 should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 538 weights approximately 2 kg more than 2005 Dodge Charger. 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, 2005 Dodge Charger (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 538. (400 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2005 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 538.
Compare all specifications:
1992 BMW 538 | 2005 Dodge Charger | |
Make | BMW | Dodge |
Model | 538 | Charger |
Year Released | 1992 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3795 cc | 5654 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 341 HP | 340 HP |
Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 529 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94.6 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1828 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1480 mm |