1993 Dodge Spirit vs. 2012 BMW 640
To start off, 2012 BMW 640 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Dodge Spirit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Dodge Spirit would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 640 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 640 (311 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1993 Dodge Spirit. (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 640 should accelerate faster than 1993 Dodge Spirit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 640 weights approximately 619 kg more than 1993 Dodge Spirit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW 640 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 BMW 640. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Dodge Spirit, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 BMW 640 (630 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 386 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Dodge Spirit. (244 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 640 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Dodge Spirit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Dodge Spirit | 2012 BMW 640 | |
| Make | Dodge | BMW |
| Model | Spirit | 640 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 630 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1316 kg | 1935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4894 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1894 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1365 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2855 mm |
