1973 Ford Fairlane vs. 2011 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2011 Dodge Ram is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 5,766 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Ram (390 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1973 Ford Fairlane. (212 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1973 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Ram weights approximately 803 kg more than 1973 Ford Fairlane. 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 (551 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Ford Fairlane. (427 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Ford Fairlane.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Ford Fairlane | 2011 Dodge Ram | |
Make | Ford | Dodge |
Model | Fairlane | Ram |
Year Released | 1973 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5766 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 212 HP | 390 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 551 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 2418 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5817 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1877 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3569 mm |