1994 BMW 854 vs. 2004 Dodge Sprinter
To start off, 2004 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 BMW 854. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 BMW 854 would be higher. At 5,378 cc (12 cylinders), 1994 BMW 854 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW 854 (323 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW 854 should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 99 kg more than 1994 BMW 854.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 BMW 854 (490 Nm) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. (330 Nm). This means 1994 BMW 854 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 BMW 854 | 2004 Dodge Sprinter | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 854 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5378 cc | 2688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 323 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 88 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1979 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 2600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3000 mm |
