1996 Dodge Dakota vs. 2011 BMW 750
To start off, 2011 BMW 750 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Dodge Dakota. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Dodge Dakota would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 750 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 282 more horse power than 1996 Dodge Dakota. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1996 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 750 weights approximately 675 kg more than 1996 Dodge Dakota. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 BMW 750 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 413 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Dodge Dakota. (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Dodge Dakota. 2011 BMW 750 has automatic transmission and 1996 Dodge Dakota has manual transmission. 1996 Dodge Dakota will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 BMW 750 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Dodge Dakota | 2011 BMW 750 | |
| Make | Dodge | BMW |
| Model | Dakota | 750 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 609 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 2205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 5215 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3211 mm |
