1992 BMW 740 vs. 2009 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2009 Dodge Durango is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 740 would be higher. At 3,980 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 740 (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Durango. (207 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Durango weights approximately 170 kg more than 1992 BMW 740.
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 740 (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Durango. (235 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
1992 BMW 740 | 2009 Dodge Durango | |
Make | BMW | Dodge |
Model | 740 | Durango |
Year Released | 1992 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3980 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 207 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 102 L |