1999 BMW 328 vs. 2009 Dodge Sprinter
To start off, 2009 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW 328. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW 328 would be higher. At 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 328 (193 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. (155 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 478 kg more than 1999 BMW 328.
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, 2009 Dodge Sprinter (380 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW 328. (279 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 BMW 328.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW 328 | 2009 Dodge Sprinter | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 328 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2926 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 279 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1482 kg | 1960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 7350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 2740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 4330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 95 L |
