2005 Dodge Ram vs. 1990 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 Dodge Ram is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 5,621 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Ram (346 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1990 Porsche 911. (247 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1990 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1244 kg more than 1990 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 (509 Nm) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Porsche 911. (316 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Ram | 1990 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Dodge | Porsche |
| Model | Ram | 911 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5621 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 316 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2579 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 77 L |
