1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle vs. 2012 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2012 Dodge Ram is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Ram (310 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle. (122 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1438 kg more than 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle. 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, 2012 Dodge Ram (447 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle. (167 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle | 2012 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Dodge |
| Model | Eagle | Ram |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 2308 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 5817 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1877 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3569 mm |
