1981 BMW 745 vs. 2000 Dodge Caravan
To start off, 2000 Dodge Caravan is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 BMW 745. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 BMW 745 would be higher. At 3,430 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 BMW 745 (252 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2000 Dodge Caravan. (131 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 2000 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 210 kg more than 1981 BMW 745.
Because 1981 BMW 745 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 1981 BMW 745. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 1981 BMW 745 (380 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Dodge Caravan. (174 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1981 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 BMW 745 | 2000 Dodge Caravan | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 745 | Caravan |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3430 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2880 mm |
