2007 Dodge Ram vs. 2012 BMW 325
To start off, 2012 BMW 325 is newer by 5 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 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Ram (235 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2012 BMW 325. (217 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 325.
Because 2007 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 BMW 325. 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, 2012 BMW 325 (450 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Ram. (408 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Ram | 2012 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Dodge | BMW |
| Model | Ram | 325 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| 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 Length | 5840 mm | 4624 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1384 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 57 L |
