1996 BMW 725 vs. 2012 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2012 Dodge Ram is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 725. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 725 would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Ram (212 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1996 BMW 725. (141 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 725.
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, 1996 BMW 725 (280 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Dodge Ram. (235 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 725 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 725 | 2012 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 725 | Ram |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 88.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 5320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2900 mm |
