1999 Dodge Dakota vs. 2013 BMW 1 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 1 Series is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Dodge Dakota. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Dodge Dakota would be higher. 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. 2013 BMW 1 Series weights approximately 570 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 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 BMW 1 Series. (407 Nm). This means 1999 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 BMW 1 Series.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Dodge Dakota | 2013 BMW 1 Series | |
Make | Dodge | BMW |
Model | Dakota | 1 Series |
Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5898 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 296 HP |
Torque | 468 Nm | 407 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 4373 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1919 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1408 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3330 mm | 2660 mm |