1983 BMW 316 vs. 2010 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2010 Dodge Ram is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 BMW 316. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 BMW 316 would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Ram (390 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 302 more horse power than 1983 BMW 316. (88 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1983 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1346 kg more than 1983 BMW 316. 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, 2010 Dodge Ram (551 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 411 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 BMW 316. (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 BMW 316. 2010 Dodge Ram has automatic transmission and 1983 BMW 316 has manual transmission. 1983 BMW 316 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Dodge Ram will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 BMW 316 | 2010 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 316 | Ram |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1572 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 551 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 2336 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 5817 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1908 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3569 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 98 L |
