2009 Dodge Ram vs. 1971 Rover P6
To start off, 2009 Dodge Ram is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Rover P6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Rover P6 would be higher. At 6,690 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Ram (350 HP @ 3013 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1971 Rover P6. (150 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1971 Rover P6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Ram weights approximately 67 kg more than 1971 Rover P6. 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, 2009 Dodge Ram (827 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 553 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Rover P6. (274 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Rover P6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Ram | 1971 Rover P6 | |
| Make | Dodge | Rover |
| Model | Ram | P6 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6690 cc | 3532 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3013 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 827 Nm | 274 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1362 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2630 mm |
