1996 BMW 840 vs. 2009 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2009 Dodge Ram is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 840. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 840 would be higher. At 6,690 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Ram (350 HP @ 3013 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1996 BMW 840. (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 840. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 840 weights approximately 378 kg more than 2009 Dodge Ram.
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, 2009 Dodge Ram (827 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 427 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 840. (400 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW 840.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 840 | 2009 Dodge Ram | |
Make | BMW | Dodge |
Model | 840 | Ram |
Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3982 cc | 6690 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3013 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 827 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1362 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 | 63 L | 132 L |