2007 Dodge Ram vs. 1978 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 Dodge Ram is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Porsche 911 (355 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Ram. (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1338 kg more than 1978 Porsche 911.
Because 2007 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 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, 1978 Porsche 911 (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Ram. (510 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1978 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Dodge Ram | 1978 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Dodge | Porsche |
Model | Ram | 911 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1978 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5654 cc | 2992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 355 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 750 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2517 kg | 1179 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 80 L |