1997 Dodge Copperhead vs. 2010 BMW 135
To start off, 2010 BMW 135 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Dodge Copperhead. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Dodge Copperhead would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 135 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1997 Dodge Copperhead. (217 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 135 should accelerate faster than 1997 Dodge Copperhead. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 135 weights approximately 365 kg more than 1997 Dodge Copperhead. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 BMW 135 (406 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Dodge Copperhead. (255 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Dodge Copperhead.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Dodge Copperhead | 2010 BMW 135 | |
Make | Dodge | BMW |
Model | Copperhead | 135 |
Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2700 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4361 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1412 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2659 mm |