2003 Dodge Ram vs. 2013 BMW 1 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 1 Series is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 8,277 cc (10 cylinders), 2003 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Dodge Ram (500 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 2013 BMW 1 Series. (296 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2013 BMW 1 Series. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Dodge Ram weights approximately 744 kg more than 2013 BMW 1 Series. 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, 2003 Dodge Ram (732 Nm) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 BMW 1 Series. (407 Nm). This means 2003 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 BMW 1 Series.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Dodge Ram | 2013 BMW 1 Series | |
Make | Dodge | BMW |
Model | Ram | 1 Series |
Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8277 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 732 Nm | 407 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 102.4 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100.6 mm | 89 mm |
Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2274 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4373 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1919 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1408 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2660 mm |