1994 BMW 730 vs. 2008 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2008 Dodge Dakota is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 BMW 730 would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW 730 (215 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2008 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 2008 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW 730 weights approximately 295 kg more than 2008 Dodge Dakota. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 BMW 730. (310 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 BMW 730.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 BMW 730 | 2008 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 730 | Dakota |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 3701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 83 L |
