2009 Dodge Ram vs. 2011 BMW 535
To start off, 2011 BMW 535 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 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 45 more horse power than 2011 BMW 535. (300 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 535. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 535 weights approximately 229 kg more than 2009 Dodge Ram.
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 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 535. (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 535.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Ram | 2011 BMW 535 | |
| Make | Dodge | BMW |
| Model | Ram | 535 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6350 mm | 4905 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1859 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2000 mm | 1463 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2969 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 70 L |
