1979 BMW 725 vs. 1995 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 1995 Dodge Dakota is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 BMW 725. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 BMW 725 would be higher. At 5,899 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Dodge Dakota (247 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1979 BMW 725. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1979 BMW 725.
Because 1995 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 BMW 725. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Dodge Dakota will offer significantly more control. 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, 1995 Dodge Dakota (467 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 BMW 725. (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 BMW 725.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 BMW 725 | 1995 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 725 | Dakota |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 5899 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 467 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2850 mm |
