2007 BMW Convertible vs. 2008 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2008 Dodge Ram is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW Convertible would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Convertible (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 2008 Dodge Ram. (215 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Convertible should accelerate faster than 2008 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW Convertible weights approximately 158 kg more than 2008 Dodge Ram. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW Convertible (490 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dodge Ram. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Convertible will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW Convertible | 2008 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | Convertible | Ram |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 3701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1692 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 98 L |
