2009 BMW M6 vs. 2005 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2009 BMW M6 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 5,621 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Ram. (346 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 574 kg more than 2009 BMW M6.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW M6 (520 Nm) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Ram. (509 Nm). This means 2009 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW M6 | 2005 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | M6 | Ram |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4999 cc | 5621 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 346 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 509 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.2 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2005 kg | 2579 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 3580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 129 L |
