1996 Dodge Ram vs. 1997 Volkswagen W12
To start off, 1997 Volkswagen W12 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Dodge Ram would be higher. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Volkswagen W12 weights approximately 66 kg more than 1996 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, 1997 Volkswagen W12 (530 Nm) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Dodge Ram. (447 Nm). This means 1997 Volkswagen W12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Dodge Ram | 1997 Volkswagen W12 | |
| Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
| Model | Ram | W12 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 420 HP |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1086 kg | 1152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1010 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2540 mm |
