2008 BMW 328 vs. 2006 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2008 BMW 328 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 328 (231 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Ram. (216 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Ram.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Dodge Ram (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 328.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 328 | 2006 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 328 | Ram |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 216 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 6350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 4080 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 68 L |
