2006 BMW M3 vs. 2001 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2006 BMW M3 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 3,905 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW M3 (338 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 2001 Dodge Ram. (173 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2001 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Dodge Ram weights approximately 521 kg more than 2006 BMW M3.
Because 2001 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 BMW M3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Dodge Ram will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 BMW M3 (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Dodge Ram. (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW M3 | 2001 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | M3 | Ram |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 3905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 2070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2790 mm |
