1998 Dodge Ram vs. 2010 BMW 325
To start off, 2010 BMW 325 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 3,905 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1998 Dodge Ram. (173 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1998 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Ram weights approximately 575 kg more than 2010 BMW 325.
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, 1998 Dodge Ram (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 325. (270 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1998 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Dodge Ram | 2010 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Dodge | BMW |
| Model | Ram | 325 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3905 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2770 mm |
