2005 BMW 325 vs. 1997 Dodge Sidewinder
To start off, 2005 BMW 325 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Dodge Sidewinder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Dodge Sidewinder would be higher. At 8,000 cc (10 cylinders), 1997 Dodge Sidewinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Dodge Sidewinder (641 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 426 more horse power than 2005 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Dodge Sidewinder should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 325 weights approximately 437 kg more than 1997 Dodge Sidewinder.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Dodge Sidewinder (719 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 469 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 325. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1997 Dodge Sidewinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 325 | 1997 Dodge Sidewinder | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 325 | Sidewinder |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 8000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 641 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 719 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 1057 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2850 mm |
