1976 BMW 630 vs. 2008 Dodge Sprinter
To start off, 2008 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 BMW 630. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 BMW 630 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 BMW 630 (182 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2008 Dodge Sprinter. (154 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 BMW 630 should accelerate faster than 2008 Dodge Sprinter.
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, 2008 Dodge Sprinter (380 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 BMW 630. (255 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 BMW 630. 2008 Dodge Sprinter has automatic transmission and 1976 BMW 630 has manual transmission. 1976 BMW 630 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Dodge Sprinter will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 BMW 630 | 2008 Dodge Sprinter | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 630 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 12 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 2450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3670 mm |
