1992 BMW 740 vs. 2006 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2006 Dodge Ram is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 740 would be higher. At 8,276 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Ram (500 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1992 BMW 740. (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Ram weights approximately 642 kg more than 1992 BMW 740. 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, 2006 Dodge Ram (712 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 740. (401 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 740.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 740 | 2006 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 740 | Ram |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 8276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 712 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 101 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 2472 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 5790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 129 L |
