1995 BMW S3 vs. 2007 Dodge Nitro
To start off, 2007 Dodge Nitro is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 BMW S3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 BMW S3 would be higher. At 3,699 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW S3 (338 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Nitro. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW S3 should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Nitro.
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, 2007 Dodge Nitro (319 Nm) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 BMW S3. (260 Nm). This means 2007 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 BMW S3. 2007 Dodge Nitro has automatic transmission and 1995 BMW S3 has manual transmission. 1995 BMW S3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Dodge Nitro will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW S3 | 2007 Dodge Nitro | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | S3 | Nitro |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3699 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2770 mm |
