1991 BMW 325 vs. 2009 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2009 Dodge Ram is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 BMW 325 would be higher. At 6,690 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Ram (350 HP @ 3013 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 1991 BMW 325. (113 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1991 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 BMW 325 weights approximately 72 kg more than 2009 Dodge Ram.
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, 2009 Dodge Ram (827 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 607 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 BMW 325. (220 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 BMW 325 | 2009 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 325 | Ram |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 6690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3013 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 827 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1434 kg | 1362 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 132 L |
