2009 BMW 650 vs. 1996 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2009 BMW 650 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Dodge Ram would be higher. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 650 weights approximately 254 kg more than 1996 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 650 (490 Nm) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Dodge Ram. (447 Nm). This means 2009 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Dodge Ram. 2009 BMW 650 has automatic transmission and 1996 Dodge Ram has manual transmission. 1996 Dodge Ram will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 650 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 650 | 1996 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 650 | Ram |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1086 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 3020 mm |
