1992 BMW 740 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 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 740 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 182 more horse power than 1992 BMW 740. (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge CHARGER should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Dodge CHARGER weights approximately 239 kg more than 1992 BMW 740. 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 740. (400 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 2013 Dodge CHARGER will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 740.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 740 | 2013 Dodge CHARGER | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 740 | CHARGER |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 6400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 464 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 637 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 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 | 1690 kg | 1929 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5077 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1482 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3052 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 72 L |
