1996 BMW 745 vs. 2012 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2012 Dodge Durango is newer by 16 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, 2012 Dodge Durango (290 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1996 BMW 745. (283 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 745. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Durango weights approximately 262 kg more than 1996 BMW 745. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Dodge Durango. (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 745 | 2012 Dodge Durango | |
Make | BMW | Dodge |
Model | 745 | Durango |
Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 283 HP | 290 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 2157 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 5075 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1925 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1801 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3043 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 93 L |