2009 BMW 330 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 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 330 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 68 more horse power than 2009 BMW 330. (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 330.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 330 (521 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Dodge Ram. (447 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 330 | 2012 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 330 | Ram |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 4700 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 521 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5817 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1877 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3569 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 98 L |
