2009 BMW 335 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 335. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 335 would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2012 Dodge Ram. (212 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2012 Dodge Ram.
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, 2009 BMW 335 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Dodge Ram. (235 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 335 | 2012 Dodge Ram | |
Make | BMW | Dodge |
Model | 335 | Ram |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 212 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 88.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 98 L |