2006 Dodge Ram vs. 1973 Matra-Simca M530
To start off, 2006 Dodge Ram is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Matra-Simca M530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Matra-Simca M530 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 429 more horse power than 1973 Matra-Simca M530. (71 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1973 Matra-Simca M530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1378 kg more than 1973 Matra-Simca M530. 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 (713 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 585 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Matra-Simca M530. (128 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Matra-Simca M530.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Ram | 1973 Matra-Simca M530 | |
| Make | Dodge | Matra-Simca |
| Model | Ram | M530 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1973 |
| Engine Size | 8276 cc | 1699 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 713 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2313 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2570 mm |
