2006 Dodge Ram vs. 1972 Porsche 914
To start off, 2006 Dodge Ram is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Porsche 914. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Porsche 914 would be higher. At 8,276 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Ram (500 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 421 more horse power than 1972 Porsche 914. (79 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1972 Porsche 914. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1547 kg more than 1972 Porsche 914. 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, 2006 Dodge Ram (712 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 576 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Porsche 914. (136 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Porsche 914.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dodge Ram | 1972 Porsche 914 | |
Make | Dodge | Porsche |
Model | Ram | 914 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 8276 cc | 1679 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 712 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 66 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2472 kg | 925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 61 L |