2009 Dodge Ram vs. 2011 BMW 135
To start off, 2011 BMW 135 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 6,690 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Ram (350 HP @ 3013 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2011 BMW 135. (300 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 135. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 135 weights approximately 288 kg more than 2009 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 Dodge Ram (827 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 421 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 135. (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 135.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Ram | 2011 BMW 135 | |
Make | Dodge | BMW |
Model | Ram | 135 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6690 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 3013 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 827 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 1200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1362 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 4361 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1412 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2659 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 53 L |