1998 Dodge Stealth vs. 2013 BMW M5
To start off, 2013 BMW M5 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Dodge Stealth. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Dodge Stealth would be higher. At 4,395 cc (10 cylinders), 2013 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW M5 (493 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1998 Dodge Stealth. (282 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1998 Dodge Stealth. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW M5 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1998 Dodge Stealth. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Dodge Stealth is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 BMW M5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 2013 BMW M5 (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Dodge Stealth. (428 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Dodge Stealth.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Dodge Stealth | 2013 BMW M5 | |
Make | Dodge | BMW |
Model | Stealth | M5 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2971 cc | 4395 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 493 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7750 RPM |
Torque | 428 Nm | 519 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4863 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1846 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1469 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2889 mm |