2001 BMW 745 vs. 1999 Dodge Sidewinder
To start off, 2001 BMW 745 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Dodge Sidewinder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Dodge Sidewinder would be higher. At 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 1999 Dodge Sidewinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Dodge Sidewinder (631 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 303 more horse power than 2001 BMW 745. (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Dodge Sidewinder should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW 745. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 745 weights approximately 695 kg more than 1999 Dodge Sidewinder.
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 Sidewinder (720 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW 745. (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Dodge Sidewinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW 745.
Compare all specifications:
2001 BMW 745 | 1999 Dodge Sidewinder | |
Make | BMW | Dodge |
Model | 745 | Sidewinder |
Year Released | 2001 | 1999 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4396 cc | 7990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 328 HP | 631 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 720 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2850 mm |