1996 BMW 745 vs. 2007 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2007 Dodge Dakota is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 745. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 745 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 745 (283 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 1 kg more than 1996 BMW 745.
Because 2007 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 BMW 745. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1996 BMW 745 (420 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 745 | 2007 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 745 | Dakota |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 3701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 283 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1896 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 83 L |
