1981 BMW 628 vs. 1996 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 1996 Dodge Dakota is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 BMW 628. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 BMW 628 would be higher. At 2,788 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 BMW 628 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 BMW 628 (181 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1996 Dodge Dakota. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 BMW 628 should accelerate faster than 1996 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 60 kg more than 1981 BMW 628.
Because 1996 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 BMW 628. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1981 BMW 628 (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Dodge Dakota. (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1981 BMW 628 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 BMW 628 | 1996 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 628 | Dakota |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2788 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2850 mm |
