2009 BMW 730 vs. 2010 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2010 Dodge Ram is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 730 would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 730 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2010 Dodge Ram. (212 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 2010 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 730 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dodge Ram. (235 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dodge Ram. 2009 BMW 730 has automatic transmission and 2010 Dodge Ram has manual transmission. 2010 Dodge Ram will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 730 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 730 | 2010 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 730 | Ram |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 5320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 98 L |
