1972 Chevrolet Chevelle vs. 2009 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2009 Dodge Ram is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle would be higher. At 5,012 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Ram (212 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle. (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle.
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, 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Ram. (235 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle | 2009 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Chevelle | Ram |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5012 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.3 mm | 88.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 5320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 98 L |
