1979 BMW 725 vs. 2011 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2011 Dodge Ram is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 BMW 725. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 BMW 725 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 242 more horse power than 1979 BMW 725. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1979 BMW 725.
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 336 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 BMW 725. (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 BMW 725.
Compare all specifications:
1979 BMW 725 | 2011 Dodge Ram | |
Make | BMW | Dodge |
Model | 725 | Ram |
Year Released | 1979 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2495 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 390 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 215 Nm | 551 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5817 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1877 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3569 mm |