2006 Dodge Ram vs. 2012 BMW 760
To start off, 2012 BMW 760 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 5,972 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 BMW 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 760 (541 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 325 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Ram. (216 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Ram.
Because 2006 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 BMW 760. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2012 BMW 760 (750 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 431 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dodge Ram. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Dodge Ram. 2012 BMW 760 has automatic transmission and 2006 Dodge Ram has manual transmission. 2006 Dodge Ram will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 BMW 760 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Ram | 2012 BMW 760 | |
| Make | Dodge | BMW |
| Model | Ram | 760 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 5972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 541 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 6350 mm | 5212 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1479 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 82 L |
