2007 Dodge Ram vs. 1977 Porsche 930
To start off, 2007 Dodge Ram is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Porsche 930 (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Ram. (235 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1197 kg more than 1977 Porsche 930.
Because 2007 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Porsche 930. 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 (408 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Porsche 930. (350 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Porsche 930.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Ram | 1977 Porsche 930 | |
| Make | Dodge | Porsche |
| Model | Ram | 930 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 70.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 1146 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2510 mm |
