2007 Dodge Ram vs. 1972 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 Dodge Ram is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 6,688 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Ram (350 HP @ 3013 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1972 Porsche 911. (165 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1972 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Ram weights approximately 2072 kg more than 1972 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Dodge Ram (827 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 621 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Porsche 911. (206 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Dodge Ram | 1972 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Dodge | Porsche |
Model | Ram | 911 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1972 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 6688 cc | 2339 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 165 HP |
Engine RPM | 3013 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 827 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 3149 kg | 1077 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 80 L |