1999 BMW 740 vs. 1999 Dodge Dakota
To start off, both 1999 BMW 740 and 1999 Dodge Dakota were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 740 weights approximately 865 kg more than 1999 Dodge Dakota.
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, 1999 Dodge Dakota (468 Nm) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW 740. (419 Nm). This means 1999 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 BMW 740.
Compare all specifications:
1999 BMW 740 | 1999 Dodge Dakota | |
Make | BMW | Dodge |
Model | 740 | Dakota |
Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 5898 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 283 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 419 Nm | 468 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3330 mm |