1997 BMW 850 vs. 1997 Dodge Caravan
To start off, both 1997 BMW 850 and 1997 Dodge Caravan were released in the same year (1997). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,379 cc (12 cylinders), 1997 BMW 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 BMW 850 (329 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1997 Dodge Caravan. (131 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 BMW 850 should accelerate faster than 1997 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 BMW 850 weights approximately 145 kg more than 1997 Dodge Caravan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 BMW 850 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1997 BMW 850. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Dodge Caravan, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1997 BMW 850 (490 Nm) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Dodge Caravan. (174 Nm). This means 1997 BMW 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Dodge Caravan. 1997 BMW 850 has automatic transmission and 1997 Dodge Caravan has manual transmission. 1997 Dodge Caravan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 BMW 850 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 BMW 850 | 1997 Dodge Caravan | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 850 | Caravan |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5379 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 329 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2880 mm |
