2009 Dodge Ram vs. 2011 BMW 740
To start off, 2011 BMW 740 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 740 (315 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Ram. (212 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 740 should accelerate faster 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, 2011 BMW 740 (447 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Ram. (235 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Ram. 2011 BMW 740 has automatic transmission and 2009 Dodge Ram has manual transmission. 2009 Dodge Ram will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 BMW 740 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Ram | 2011 BMW 740 | |
| Make | Dodge | BMW |
| Model | Ram | 740 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 315 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 5215 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3211 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 82 L |
