2009 BMW 135 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 135. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 135 would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Ram (390 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2009 BMW 135. (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 135. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1020 kg more than 2009 BMW 135. 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 (551 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 135. (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2012 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 135. 2012 Dodge Ram has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW 135 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW 135 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 135 | 2012 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 135 | Ram |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 551 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 2346 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 5817 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1877 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3569 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 98 L |
