2011 Dodge Ram vs. 2001 BMW Z3
To start off, 2011 Dodge Ram is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW Z3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW Z3 would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Ram (390 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 2001 BMW Z3. (167 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW Z3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Ram weights approximately 960 kg more than 2001 BMW Z3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Dodge Ram (551 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 341 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW Z3. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW Z3.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Dodge Ram | 2001 BMW Z3 | |
Make | Dodge | BMW |
Model | Ram | Z3 |
Year Released | 2011 | 2001 |
Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5700 cc | 2171 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 390 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 551 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2346 kg | 1386 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5817 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2017 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1877 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3569 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 51 L |