1992 BMW 540 vs. 2012 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2012 Dodge Durango is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 540. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 540 would be higher. At 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 BMW 540 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Durango (290 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1992 BMW 540. (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW 540. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Durango weights approximately 473 kg more than 1992 BMW 540. 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, 1992 BMW 540 (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Dodge Durango. (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 540 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
1992 BMW 540 | 2012 Dodge Durango | |
Make | BMW | Dodge |
Model | 540 | Durango |
Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3982 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 290 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1721 kg | 2194 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5075 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1925 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1801 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3043 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.6 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 17.2 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 93 L |