2004 BMW 330 vs. 1998 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2004 BMW 330 is newer by 6 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, 2004 BMW 330 (225 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1998 Dodge Ram. (223 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1998 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Ram weights approximately 610 kg more than 2004 BMW 330.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Dodge Ram (399 Nm) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 330. (300 Nm). This means 1998 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 330 | 1998 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 330 | Ram |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 5208 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 399 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 2100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2790 mm |
