1995 BMW Dinan vs. 2008 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2008 Dodge Ram is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 BMW Dinan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 BMW Dinan would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW Dinan (326 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2008 Dodge Ram. (215 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW Dinan should accelerate faster than 2008 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW Dinan weights approximately 33 kg more than 2008 Dodge Ram. 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, 1995 BMW Dinan (403 Nm) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dodge Ram. (319 Nm). This means 1995 BMW Dinan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW Dinan | 2008 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | Dinan | Ram |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2990 cc | 3701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 326 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 403 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1692 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3070 mm |
