2007 BMW Alpina vs. 1995 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2007 BMW Alpina is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Dodge Dakota. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Dodge Dakota would be higher. At 4,397 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW Alpina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Alpina (500 HP) has 326 more horse power than 1995 Dodge Dakota. (174 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Alpina should accelerate faster than 1995 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW Alpina weights approximately 415 kg more than 1995 Dodge Dakota. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW Alpina (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 395 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Dodge Dakota. (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Alpina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW Alpina | 1995 Dodge Dakota | |
Make | BMW | Dodge |
Model | Alpina | Dakota |
Year Released | 2007 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4397 cc | 3906 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 174 HP |
Torque | 700 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 132 L |