1992 BMW 540 vs. 2013 Ford EDGE
To start off, 2013 Ford EDGE is newer by 21 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 3,980 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 BMW 540 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford EDGE (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1992 BMW 540. (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford EDGE should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW 540. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford EDGE weights approximately 372 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.
Because 2013 Ford EDGE is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 BMW 540. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Ford EDGE 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, 1992 BMW 540 (400 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford EDGE. (380 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 540 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford EDGE.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 540 | 2013 Ford EDGE | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 540 | EDGE |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3980 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 2022 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4679 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2223 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1702 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2824 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 72 L |
