2004 BMW 745 vs. 2004 Dodge Ram
To start off, both 2004 BMW 745 and 2004 Dodge Ram were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 8,276 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Ram (493 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 2004 BMW 745. (310 HP @ 7900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 745. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Ram weights approximately 283 kg more than 2004 BMW 745. 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, 2004 Dodge Ram (712 Nm) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 745. (451 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 745.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW 745 | 2004 Dodge Ram | |
Make | BMW | Dodge |
Model | 745 | Ram |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4392 cc | 8276 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 493 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 451 Nm | 712 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 102.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 100.6 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1985 kg | 2268 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3070 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 98 L |