1988 BMW M6 vs. 2009 Dodge Sprinter
To start off, 2009 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 BMW M6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 BMW M6 would be higher. At 3,453 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 BMW M6 (282 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. (152 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Sprinter.
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, 1988 BMW M6 (334 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. (280 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1988 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. 2009 Dodge Sprinter has automatic transmission and 1988 BMW M6 has manual transmission. 1988 BMW M6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Dodge Sprinter will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1988 BMW M6 | 2009 Dodge Sprinter | |
Make | BMW | Dodge |
Model | M6 | Sprinter |
Year Released | 1988 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3453 cc | 2986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 152 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 334 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 12 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 2450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 95 L |