1996 BMW M3 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 M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW M3 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW M3 (328 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2012 Dodge Durango. (290 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2012 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Durango weights approximately 562 kg more than 1996 BMW M3.
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, 2012 Dodge Durango (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW M3. (350 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2012 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW M3 | 2012 Dodge Durango | |
Make | BMW | Dodge |
Model | M3 | Durango |
Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3169 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 328 HP | 290 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1632 kg | 2194 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5075 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1925 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1801 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3043 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 93 L |