1989 BMW 750 vs. 2005 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2005 Dodge Ram is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 BMW 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 BMW 750 would be higher. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1989 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 BMW 750 (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Ram. (235 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 717 kg more than 1989 BMW 750.
Because 2005 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 BMW 750. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram will offer significantly more control. 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, 1989 BMW 750 (450 Nm) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Ram. (407 Nm). This means 1989 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 BMW 750 | 2005 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 750 | Ram |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4988 cc | 4702 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 2517 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 6350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 4080 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.9 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.8 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 132 L |
