2012 Dodge Ram vs. 2008 BMW 530
To start off, 2012 Dodge Ram is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 530 would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Ram (390 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 2008 BMW 530. (254 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Ram weights approximately 903 kg more than 2008 BMW 530. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 BMW 530 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Dodge Ram. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 BMW 530 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 Dodge Ram (551 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 530. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Dodge Ram | 2008 BMW 530 | |
| Make | Dodge | BMW |
| Model | Ram | 530 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5700 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 551 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2418 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5817 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2017 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1877 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3569 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 121 L | 70 L |
