1998 Dodge Ram vs. 2012 BMW 135
To start off, 2012 BMW 135 is newer by 14 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 5,208 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 135 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1998 Dodge Ram. (223 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 135 should accelerate faster than 1998 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Ram weights approximately 450 kg more than 2012 BMW 135.
Because 1998 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 BMW 135. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Ram will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 BMW 135 (406 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Dodge Ram. (399 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Dodge Ram | 2012 BMW 135 | |
| Make | Dodge | BMW |
| Model | Ram | 135 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5208 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4374 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1412 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2659 mm |
