1990 BMW 850 vs. 1995 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 1995 Dodge Dakota is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 BMW 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 BMW 850 would be higher. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1990 BMW 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 BMW 850 (297 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1995 Dodge Dakota. (174 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 BMW 850 should accelerate faster than 1995 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 BMW 850 weights approximately 230 kg more than 1995 Dodge Dakota. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 BMW 850. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1990 BMW 850 (450 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Dodge Dakota. (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1990 BMW 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 BMW 850 | 1995 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 850 | Dakota |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4988 cc | 3906 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 297 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 132 L |
