2012 BMW 740 vs. 2001 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2012 BMW 740 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 3,905 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 740 (315 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 2001 Dodge Ram. (173 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 2001 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Dodge Ram weights approximately 60 kg more than 2012 BMW 740.
Because 2001 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 BMW 740. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2012 BMW 740 (447 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Dodge Ram. (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 BMW 740 | 2001 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 740 | Ram |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 3905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 2070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5215 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1902 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1479 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2790 mm |
