1976 BMW 633 vs. 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan
To start off, 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 BMW 633. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 BMW 633 would be higher. At 3,301 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 BMW 633 (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan. (150 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 BMW 633 should accelerate faster than 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 140 kg more than 1976 BMW 633.
Because 1976 BMW 633 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 1976 BMW 633. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Dodge Grand 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, 1976 BMW 633 (285 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan. (251 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1976 BMW 633 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 BMW 633 | 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 633 | Grand Caravan |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 3301 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3040 mm |
