2008 BMW M3 vs. 2006 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2008 BMW M3 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 5,881 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW M3 (339 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Ram. (325 HP @ 2900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Ram.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Dodge Ram (827 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 462 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW M3. (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW M3 | 2006 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | M3 | Ram |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 5881 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 339 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 827 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 6300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 4080 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 129 L |
