2009 Dodge Sprinter vs. 1998 BMW 730
To start off, 2009 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW 730 would be higher. At 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW 730 (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. (155 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 215 kg more than 1998 BMW 730.
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, 2009 Dodge Sprinter (380 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 730. (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 730.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Sprinter | 1998 BMW 730 | |
Make | Dodge | BMW |
Model | Sprinter | 730 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2987 cc | 2793 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1745 kg |
Vehicle Length | 7350 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2740 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4330 mm | 2940 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 90 L |