1996 BMW M3 vs. 2005 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2005 Dodge Dakota is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW M3 would be higher. At 3,703 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW M3 (240 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 720 kg more than 1996 BMW M3.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 BMW M3 (320 Nm) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm). This means 1996 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW M3 | 2005 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | M3 | Dakota |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 3703 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 83 L |
