2005 Dodge Ram vs. 1966 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 Dodge Ram is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 8,276 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Ram (494 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 334 more horse power than 1966 Porsche 911. (160 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1966 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1410 kg more than 1966 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Dodge Ram (691 Nm) has 512 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Porsche 911. (179 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Ram | 1966 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Dodge | Porsche |
| Model | Ram | 911 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 8276 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 494 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 691 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2472 kg | 1062 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2220 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 61 L |
