1973 BMW 3.3 vs. 1996 Dodge Caravan
To start off, 1996 Dodge Caravan is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 BMW 3.3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 BMW 3.3 would be higher. At 3,301 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 BMW 3.3 (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1996 Dodge Caravan. (156 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 BMW 3.3 should accelerate faster than 1996 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 255 kg more than 1973 BMW 3.3.
Because 1973 BMW 3.3 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1973 BMW 3.3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Dodge Caravan, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1973 BMW 3.3 (289 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Dodge Caravan. (275 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1973 BMW 3.3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 BMW 3.3 | 1996 Dodge Caravan | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 3.3 | Caravan |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3295 cc | 3301 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2880 mm |
