1993 BMW 856 vs. 2004 Dodge Sprinter
To start off, 2004 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 BMW 856. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 BMW 856 would be higher. At 5,576 cc (12 cylinders), 1993 BMW 856 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 BMW 856 (376 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 BMW 856 should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 91 kg more than 1993 BMW 856.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 BMW 856 (550 Nm) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. (330 Nm). This means 1993 BMW 856 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 BMW 856 | 2004 Dodge Sprinter | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 856 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5576 cc | 2688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1956 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 2370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3000 mm |
