2007 BMW 323 vs. 2012 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2012 Dodge Ram is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 323 would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Ram (310 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2007 BMW 323. (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Ram weights approximately 784 kg more than 2007 BMW 323. 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, 2012 Dodge Ram (447 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 323. (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 323 | 2012 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 323 | Ram |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 4700 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 2308 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5817 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1877 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3569 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 98 L |
