2009 BMW 520 vs. 1998 Dodge Copperhead
To start off, 2009 BMW 520 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Dodge Copperhead. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Dodge Copperhead would be higher. At 2,699 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Copperhead is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Dodge Copperhead (220 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2009 BMW 520. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Copperhead should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 520 weights approximately 528 kg more than 1998 Dodge Copperhead.
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, 2009 BMW 520 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Dodge Copperhead. (255 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 520 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Dodge Copperhead.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 520 | 1998 Dodge Copperhead | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 520 | Copperhead |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2699 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 218 km/hour | 217 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1057 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2800 mm |
