1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano vs. 2011 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2011 Dodge Ram is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano 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 224 more horse power than 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano. (86 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1259 kg more than 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano. 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 (447 Nm) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano. (191 Nm). This means 2011 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano | 2011 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Dodge |
| Model | Caimano | Ram |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1278 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 2307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 5817 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1877 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 3569 mm |
