2007 BMW 545 vs. 2011 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2011 Dodge Ram is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 545. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 545 would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 545 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2011 Dodge Ram. (310 HP @ 5650 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 2011 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Ram weights approximately 333 kg more than 2007 BMW 545.
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, 2007 BMW 545 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Dodge Ram. (447 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Dodge Ram. 2011 Dodge Ram has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 545 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 545 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Dodge Ram will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 545 | 2011 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 545 | Ram |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4397 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 2308 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5817 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1877 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3569 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 98 L |
