2007 BMW 730 vs. 2005 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2007 BMW 730 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 5,621 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Ram (331 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2007 BMW 730. (255 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1044 kg more than 2007 BMW 730. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Dodge Ram (509 Nm) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 730. (300 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 730.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 730 | 2005 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 730 | Ram |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 5621 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 331 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 509 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 2864 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 6350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 4080 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 132 L |
