1992 BMW 538 vs. 2013 Dodge CHARGER
To start off, 2013 Dodge CHARGER is newer by 21 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 6,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Dodge CHARGER is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Dodge CHARGER (464 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1992 BMW 538. (341 HP @ 6900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge CHARGER should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW 538. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Dodge CHARGER weights approximately 99 kg more than 1992 BMW 538. 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, 2013 Dodge CHARGER (637 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 538. (400 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2013 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 | 2013 Dodge CHARGER | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 538 | CHARGER |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3795 cc | 6400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 341 HP | 464 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 637 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94.6 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 94 mm |
| 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 | 1929 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5077 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1482 mm |
