1990 BMW 320 vs. 2005 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2005 Dodge Dakota is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 BMW 320 would be higher. At 3,703 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1990 BMW 320. (115 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1990 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 964 kg more than 1990 BMW 320. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 BMW 320. (224 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 BMW 320 | 2005 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 320 | Dakota |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 3703 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1236 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3340 mm |
