2009 BMW 523 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 523. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 523 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 135 more horse power than 2009 BMW 523. (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 523. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Ram weights approximately 807 kg more than 2009 BMW 523. 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 217 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 523. (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 523.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 523 | 2012 Dodge Ram | |
Make | BMW | Dodge |
Model | 523 | Ram |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 4700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5650 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 447 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 2307 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5817 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1877 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3569 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 98 L |