2004 Dodge Ram vs. 2012 BMW 320
To start off, 2012 BMW 320 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Dodge Ram would be higher. 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 311 more horse power than 2012 BMW 320. (182 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Ram weights approximately 778 kg more than 2012 BMW 320. 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 @ 4200 RPM) has 442 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 320. (270 Nm @ 1250 RPM). This means 2004 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Ram | 2012 BMW 320 | |
| Make | Dodge | BMW |
| Model | Ram | 320 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8276 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 712 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.4 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2268 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4624 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1429 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 57 L |
