2007 BMW 335 vs. 1999 Dodge Sidewinder
To start off, 2007 BMW 335 is newer by 8 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 329 more horse power than 2007 BMW 335. (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Dodge Sidewinder should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 335. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 335 weights approximately 190 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 320 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 335. (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM). This means 1999 Dodge Sidewinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 335. 1999 Dodge Sidewinder has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 335 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 335 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Dodge Sidewinder will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 335 | 1999 Dodge Sidewinder | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 335 | Sidewinder |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 7990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 631 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 720 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2850 mm |
