1972 Porsche 911 vs. 2010 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2010 Dodge Ram is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 6,690 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Ram (350 HP @ 3013 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1972 Porsche 911. (165 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1972 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1460 kg more than 1972 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Dodge Ram (827 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 621 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Porsche 911. (206 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Porsche 911 | 2010 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Porsche | Dodge |
| Model | 911 | Ram |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2339 cc | 6690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3013 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 827 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 2537 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 6300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 2000 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 4080 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 129 L |
