1974 BMW 518 vs. 2006 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2006 Dodge Ram is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 BMW 518. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 BMW 518 would be higher. At 8,276 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Ram (500 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 410 more horse power than 1974 BMW 518. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1974 BMW 518. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1073 kg more than 1974 BMW 518. 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, 2006 Dodge Ram (713 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 567 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 BMW 518. (146 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 BMW 518.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 BMW 518 | 2006 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 518 | Ram |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1766 cc | 8276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 713 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 2313 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 5170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 98 L |
