1962 BMW 1500 vs. 2006 Dodge Caravan
To start off, 2006 Dodge Caravan is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 BMW 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 BMW 1500 would be higher. At 3,310 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Caravan (180 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1962 BMW 1500. (80 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 1962 BMW 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 799 kg more than 1962 BMW 1500. 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, 2006 Dodge Caravan (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 BMW 1500. (118 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 BMW 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 BMW 1500 | 2006 Dodge Caravan | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 1500 | Caravan |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 3310 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 81 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1043 kg | 1842 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2880 mm |
