2006 Dodge Ram vs. 1985 Porsche 930
To start off, 2006 Dodge Ram is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 4,703 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Porsche 930 (297 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Ram. (235 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1220 kg more than 1985 Porsche 930.
Because 2006 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Porsche 930. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram will offer significantly more control. 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, 1985 Porsche 930 (431 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dodge Ram. (407 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1985 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dodge Ram | 1985 Porsche 930 | |
Make | Dodge | Porsche |
Model | Ram | 930 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1985 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4703 cc | 3299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 235 HP | 297 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 431 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 7.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2520 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6350 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2510 mm |