1994 BMW M5 vs. 2011 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2011 Dodge Dakota is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 BMW M5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 BMW M5 would be higher. At 3,795 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW M5 (340 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2011 Dodge Dakota. (207 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2011 Dodge Dakota.
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, 1994 BMW M5 (401 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Dodge Dakota. (236 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
1994 BMW M5 | 2011 Dodge Dakota | |
Make | BMW | Dodge |
Model | M5 | Dakota |
Year Released | 1994 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3795 cc | 3701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 207 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 401 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3340 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 83 L |