1996 BMW 745 vs. 2008 Dodge Sprinter
To start off, 2008 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 12 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 129 more horse power than 2008 Dodge Sprinter. (154 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 2008 Dodge Sprinter.
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, 1996 BMW 745 (420 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dodge Sprinter. (380 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dodge Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 745 | 2008 Dodge Sprinter | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 745 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 283 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 12 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 5910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 2450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 51 L |
