1999 BMW 323 vs. 2011 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2011 Dodge Ram is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW 323 would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Ram (310 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1999 BMW 323. (170 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Ram weights approximately 851 kg more than 1999 BMW 323. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Dodge Ram (447 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW 323. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 BMW 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW 323 | 2011 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 323 | Ram |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1457 kg | 2308 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5817 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1877 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3569 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 98 L |
