1998 Dodge Ram vs. 1988 Porsche 911
To start off, 1998 Dodge Ram is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 5,208 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Porsche 911 (246 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1998 Dodge Ram. (223 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1998 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Ram weights approximately 650 kg more than 1988 Porsche 911.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 1998 Dodge Ram (399 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Porsche 911. (310 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1998 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Dodge Ram | 1988 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Dodge | Porsche |
| Model | Ram | 911 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5208 cc | 3598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 246 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2270 mm |
