2007 Dodge Ram vs. 1995 Porsche 968
To start off, 2007 Dodge Ram is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Porsche 968. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Porsche 968 would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Porsche 968 (240 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Ram. (235 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Porsche 968 should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Ram weights approximately 943 kg more than 1995 Porsche 968.
Because 2007 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Porsche 968. 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 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Porsche 968. (305 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Porsche 968.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Ram | 1995 Porsche 968 | |
| Make | Dodge | Porsche |
| Model | Ram | 968 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 2990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 104 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88 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 | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 74 L |
