2009 Dodge Ram vs. 1990 BMW 850
To start off, 2009 Dodge Ram is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 BMW 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 BMW 850 would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Ram (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1990 BMW 850. (297 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1990 BMW 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 BMW 850 weights approximately 99 kg more than 2009 Dodge Ram.
Because 2009 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 BMW 850. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Ram will offer significantly more control. 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 Dodge Ram (510 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 BMW 850. (450 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 BMW 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Ram | 1990 BMW 850 | |
| Make | Dodge | BMW |
| Model | Ram | 850 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 4988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 297 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6350 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2000 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 52 L |
