2007 Dodge Ram vs. 1990 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 Dodge Ram is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 5,883 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Ram (325 HP @ 2900 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1990 Porsche 911. (228 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1990 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Ram weights approximately 185 kg more than 1990 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 1990 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 @ 1600 RPM) has 541 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Porsche 911. (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Dodge Ram | 1990 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Dodge | Porsche |
Model | Ram | 911 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1990 |
Body Type | Pickup | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5883 cc | 3163 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 2900 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 827 Nm | 286 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1260 mm |