2000 BMW M3 vs. 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan
To start off, 2000 BMW M3 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan would be higher. At 3,168 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW M3 (325 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan. (142 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 5 kg more than 2000 BMW M3.
Because 2000 BMW M3 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 BMW M3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 BMW M3 (350 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan. (235 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW M3 | 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | M3 | Grand Caravan |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3168 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3040 mm |
