1988 BMW M3 vs. 2006 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2006 Dodge Durango is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 BMW M3 would be higher. At 3,704 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 BMW M3 (221 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Durango. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Durango weights approximately 938 kg more than 1988 BMW M3.
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, 2006 Dodge Durango (320 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 BMW M3. (245 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
1988 BMW M3 | 2006 Dodge Durango | |
Make | BMW | Dodge |
Model | M3 | Durango |
Year Released | 1988 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2303 cc | 3704 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 221 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 2138 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 102 L |