1988 BMW 520 vs. 2005 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2005 Dodge Ram is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 BMW 520 would be higher. At 5,621 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Ram (346 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1988 BMW 520. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1988 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1009 kg more than 1988 BMW 520. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Dodge Ram (509 Nm) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 BMW 520. (174 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 BMW 520 | 2005 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 520 | Ram |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 5621 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 346 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 509 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 2579 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 129 L |
