1987 BMW 750 vs. 1998 Dodge Ram
To start off, 1998 Dodge Ram is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 BMW 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 BMW 750 would be higher. At 4,986 cc (12 cylinders), 1987 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 BMW 750 (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1998 Dodge Ram. (173 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1998 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Ram weights approximately 210 kg more than 1987 BMW 750.
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, 1987 BMW 750 (451 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Dodge Ram. (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1987 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Dodge Ram. 1987 BMW 750 has automatic transmission and 1998 Dodge Ram has manual transmission. 1998 Dodge Ram will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 BMW 750 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1987 BMW 750 | 1998 Dodge Ram | |
Make | BMW | Dodge |
Model | 750 | Ram |
Year Released | 1987 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4986 cc | 3905 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 451 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 2070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 2030 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2790 mm |