2009 BMW 125 vs. 2012 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2012 Dodge Ram is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 125. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 125 would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Ram (310 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2009 BMW 125. (215 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 125. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Ram weights approximately 722 kg more than 2009 BMW 125. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Dodge Ram (447 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 125. (271 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 125. 2012 Dodge Ram has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW 125 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW 125 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Dodge Ram will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 125 | 2012 Dodge Ram | |
Make | BMW | Dodge |
Model | 125 | Ram |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 4700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5650 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 447 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 2307 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 5817 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1877 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3569 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 98 L |