2008 Dodge Magnum vs. 2012 BMW 640
To start off, 2012 BMW 640 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Dodge Magnum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Dodge Magnum would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Magnum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Magnum (340 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2012 BMW 640. (318 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Magnum should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 640. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 640 weights approximately 465 kg more than 2008 Dodge Magnum.
Because 2008 Dodge Magnum 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, 2008 Dodge Magnum 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, 2008 Dodge Magnum (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 640. (450 Nm @ 1300 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Magnum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 640.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Magnum | 2012 BMW 640 | |
| Make | Dodge | BMW |
| Model | Magnum | 640 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 318 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1300 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 5007 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1894 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1392 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2968 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |
