1998 BMW 729 vs. 2009 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2009 Dodge Dakota is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW 729. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW 729 would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Dakota (211 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1998 BMW 729. (181 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 729. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 729 weights approximately 139 kg more than 2009 Dodge Dakota.
Because 2009 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 BMW 729. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Dakota will offer significantly more control. 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, 1998 BMW 729 (410 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 729 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 729 | 2009 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 729 | Dakota |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2926 cc | 3701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 87.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1691 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3340 mm |
