1996 BMW M3 vs. 2010 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2010 Dodge Ram is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW M3 would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW M3 (328 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2010 Dodge Ram. (310 HP @ 5650 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2010 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Ram weights approximately 686 kg more than 1996 BMW M3.
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, 2010 Dodge Ram (447 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW M3. (350 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW M3 | 2010 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | M3 | Ram |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3169 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1632 kg | 2318 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5817 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1908 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3569 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 98 L |
