2007 Dodge Ram vs. 2012 BMW 328
To start off, 2012 BMW 328 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 5,653 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Ram (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2012 BMW 328. (230 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 328. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1043 kg more than 2012 BMW 328. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 238 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 328. 2007 Dodge Ram has automatic transmission and 2012 BMW 328 has manual transmission. 2012 BMW 328 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Dodge Ram will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Ram | 2012 BMW 328 | |
| Make | Dodge | BMW |
| Model | Ram | 328 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5653 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2668 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6350 mm | 4536 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1816 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 57 L |
