2007 Dodge Ram vs. 2011 BMW M3
To start off, 2011 BMW M3 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Ram. (346 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Ram weights approximately 688 kg more than 2011 BMW M3.
Because 2007 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 BMW M3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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 Dodge Ram (509 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW M3. (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Ram | 2011 BMW M3 | |
| Make | Dodge | BMW |
| Model | Ram | M3 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 3999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 8300 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 1655 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 4615 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1803 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1424 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2761 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 63 L |
