1971 BMW Touring vs. 2004 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2004 Dodge Dakota is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 BMW Touring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 BMW Touring would be higher. At 3,685 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1971 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1971 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 717 kg more than 1971 BMW Touring. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 BMW Touring. (130 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 BMW Touring | 2004 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | Touring | Dakota |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1573 cc | 3685 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1747 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2850 mm |
