1999 BMW 740 vs. 2010 Dodge Nitro
To start off, 2010 Dodge Nitro is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW 740 would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Nitro (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1999 BMW 740. (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW 740.
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 BMW 740 (560 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dodge Nitro. (359 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1999 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dodge Nitro.
Compare all specifications:
1999 BMW 740 | 2010 Dodge Nitro | |
Make | BMW | Dodge |
Model | 740 | Nitro |
Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3899 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 560 Nm | 359 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4544 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1857 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1775 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2764 mm |