2005 Dodge Ram vs. 2012 BMW 328
To start off, 2012 BMW 328 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 5,621 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Ram (331 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2012 BMW 328. (230 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 328. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1239 kg more than 2012 BMW 328. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Dodge Ram (509 Nm) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 328. (271 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 328.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Ram | 2012 BMW 328 | |
| Make | Dodge | BMW |
| Model | Ram | 328 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5621 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 331 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 84 mm |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2864 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6350 mm | 4536 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1816 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 57 L |
