1990 Dodge Caravan vs. 2013 BMW 3 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 3 Series is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Dodge Caravan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Dodge Caravan would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 3 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 3 Series (238 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1990 Dodge Caravan. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 3 Series should accelerate faster than 1990 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 3 Series weights approximately 225 kg more than 1990 Dodge Caravan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 BMW 3 Series is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2013 BMW 3 Series. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Dodge Caravan, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2013 BMW 3 Series (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Dodge Caravan. (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 3 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Dodge Caravan | 2013 BMW 3 Series | |
| Make | Dodge | BMW |
| Model | Caravan | 3 Series |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4636 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2031 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1429 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2810 mm |
