1960 BMW 700 vs. 2011 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2011 Dodge Ram is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 BMW 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 BMW 700 would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Ram (390 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 352 more horse power than 1960 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1960 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1686 kg more than 1960 BMW 700. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Dodge Ram (551 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 499 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 BMW 700. (52 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
1960 BMW 700 | 2011 Dodge Ram | |
Make | BMW | Dodge |
Model | 700 | Ram |
Year Released | 1960 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 697 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 390 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 52 Nm | 551 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 2346 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 5817 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1877 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 3569 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 98 L |