1990 BMW M3 vs. 2009 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2009 Dodge Durango is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 BMW M3 would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 BMW M3 (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Durango. (211 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Durango weights approximately 491 kg more than 1990 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, 2009 Dodge Durango (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 BMW M3. (240 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 BMW M3. 2009 Dodge Durango has automatic transmission and 1990 BMW M3 has manual transmission. 1990 BMW M3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Dodge Durango will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1990 BMW M3 | 2009 Dodge Durango | |
Make | BMW | Dodge |
Model | M3 | Durango |
Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2467 cc | 3701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 211 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 319 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1691 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.5 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 102 L |