2007 BMW 650 vs. 1998 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2007 BMW 650 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 650 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1998 Dodge Ram. (173 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 1998 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Ram weights approximately 430 kg more than 2007 BMW 650.
Because 1998 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW 650. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 2007 BMW 650 (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Dodge Ram. (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 650 | 1998 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 650 | Ram |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 3906 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 2070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2790 mm |
