2008 Dodge Ram vs. 1973 Porsche 914
To start off, 2008 Dodge Ram is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Porsche 914. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Porsche 914 would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Ram (215 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1973 Porsche 914. (79 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1973 Porsche 914. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Ram weights approximately 767 kg more than 1973 Porsche 914. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Dodge Ram (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Porsche 914. (137 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Porsche 914.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Ram | 1973 Porsche 914 | |
| Make | Dodge | Porsche |
| Model | Ram | 914 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3701 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1692 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 61 L |
