1993 BMW 856 vs. 2007 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2007 Dodge Ram is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 BMW 856. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 BMW 856 would be higher. At 5,576 cc (12 cylinders), 1993 BMW 856 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 BMW 856 (376 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Ram. (235 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 BMW 856 should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Ram weights approximately 478 kg more than 1993 BMW 856.
Because 2007 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 BMW 856. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1993 BMW 856 (550 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Ram. (407 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1993 BMW 856 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 BMW 856 | 2007 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 856 | Ram |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5576 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 2343 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3580 mm |
