1979 BMW 735 vs. 1998 Dodge Ram
To start off, 1998 Dodge Ram is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 BMW 735. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 BMW 735 would be higher. At 3,905 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 BMW 735 (218 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1998 Dodge Ram. (173 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 BMW 735 should accelerate faster than 1998 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Ram weights approximately 540 kg more than 1979 BMW 735.
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, 1979 BMW 735 (309 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Dodge Ram. (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1979 BMW 735 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
1979 BMW 735 | 1998 Dodge Ram | |
Make | BMW | Dodge |
Model | 735 | Ram |
Year Released | 1979 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3451 cc | 3905 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 218 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 309 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 2070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 2030 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2790 mm |