1996 BMW 840 vs. 2004 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2004 Dodge Dakota is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 840. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 840 would be higher. At 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 BMW 840 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 840 (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 840 should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 840 weights approximately 99 kg more than 2004 Dodge Dakota. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 BMW 840 (400 Nm) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm). This means 1996 BMW 840 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 840 | 2004 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 840 | Dakota |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 3687 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 | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1641 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 76 L |
