2005 BMW 750 vs. 1999 Dodge Intrepid
To start off, 2005 BMW 750 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Dodge Intrepid. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Dodge Intrepid would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 750 (363 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1999 Dodge Intrepid. (198 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1999 Dodge Intrepid. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 750 weights approximately 380 kg more than 1999 Dodge Intrepid. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 BMW 750 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 2005 BMW 750. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Dodge Intrepid, 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, 2005 BMW 750 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Dodge Intrepid. (257 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Dodge Intrepid.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 750 | 1999 Dodge Intrepid | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 750 | Intrepid |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 2736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 363 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2880 mm |
