1995 BMW 840 vs. 2006 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2006 Dodge Durango is newer by 11 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 2006 Dodge Durango. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW 840 should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Durango weights approximately 398 kg more than 1995 BMW 840.
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, 1995 BMW 840 (400 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dodge Durango. (320 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 BMW 840 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
1995 BMW 840 | 2006 Dodge Durango | |
Make | BMW | Dodge |
Model | 840 | Durango |
Year Released | 1995 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
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 | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 2138 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 102 L |