2007 Dodge Ram vs. 2012 BMW 640

To start off, 2012 BMW 640 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Ram (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2012 BMW 640. (311 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 640. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Ram weights approximately 582 kg more than 2012 BMW 640. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2007 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 BMW 640. 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 640 (630 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Ram. (510 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 640 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 640
Make Dodge BMW
Model Ram 640
Year Released 2007 2012
Body Type Pickup Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5654 cc 2993 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 345 HP 311 HP
Engine RPM 5400 RPM 4400 RPM
Torque 510 Nm 630 Nm
Torque RPM 4200 RPM 1500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Automatic 8-speed shiftable automatic
Number of Seats 6 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 2517 kg 1935 kg
Vehicle Length 5790 mm 4894 mm
Vehicle Width 2030 mm 1894 mm
Vehicle Height 1890 mm 1365 mm
Wheelbase Size 3580 mm 2855 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 12.4 L/100km 4.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 15.7 L/100km 6.7 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 13.8 L/100km 5.5 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 98 L 70 L


 

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