1996 BMW 540 vs. 1990 Dodge Stealth
To start off, 1996 BMW 540 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Dodge Stealth. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Dodge Stealth would be higher. At 4,397 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 BMW 540 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 282 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 540 weights approximately 85 kg more than 1990 Dodge Stealth.
Because 1990 Dodge Stealth is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 BMW 540. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Dodge Stealth 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, 1996 BMW 540 (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Dodge Stealth. (429 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 540 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Dodge Stealth.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 540 | 1990 Dodge Stealth | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 540 | Stealth |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4397 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 429 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2480 mm |
