1986 BMW 735 vs. 2008 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2008 Dodge Ram is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 BMW 735. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 BMW 735 would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Ram (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1986 BMW 735. (215 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1986 BMW 735. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Ram weights approximately 5 kg more than 1986 BMW 735. 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, 2008 Dodge Ram (509 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 BMW 735. (310 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 BMW 735.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 BMW 735 | 2008 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 735 | Ram |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3453 cc | 5654 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 509 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 1691 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 6350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 4080 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 132 L |
