1995 BMW 840 vs. 2005 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2005 Dodge Dakota is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 BMW 840. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 BMW 840 would be higher. At 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 BMW 840 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW 840 (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW 840 should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 190 kg more than 1995 BMW 840.
Because 2005 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 BMW 840. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Dakota will offer significantly more control. 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, 1995 BMW 840 (400 Nm) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm). This means 1995 BMW 840 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW 840 | 2005 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 840 | Dakota |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 3704 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 93.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 91 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 83 L |
