1992 BMW 850 vs. 2005 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2005 Dodge Ram is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 850 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 (330 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1992 BMW 850. (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 961 kg more than 1992 BMW 850. 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 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 850. (450 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 850 | 2005 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 850 | Ram |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4988 cc | 5621 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 509 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 2751 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 132 L |
