1965 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2011 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2011 Dodge Ram is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Ram (310 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider. (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Ram weights approximately 977 kg more than 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Dodge Ram (447 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2011 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Dodge |
| Model | Spider | Ram |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2582 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 2307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5817 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1877 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3569 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 98 L |
