1959 BMW 700 vs. 2005 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2005 Dodge Ram is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 BMW 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 BMW 700 would be higher. At 5,621 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Ram (346 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 307 more horse power than 1959 BMW 700. (39 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1949 kg more than 1959 BMW 700. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Dodge Ram (509 Nm) has 459 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 700. (50 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
1959 BMW 700 | 2005 Dodge Ram | |
Make | BMW | Dodge |
Model | 700 | Ram |
Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 695 cc | 5621 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 39 HP | 346 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 509 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 2579 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 5790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 3580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 129 L |