2009 Dodge Ram vs. 1974 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Dodge Ram is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Ram (391 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1974 Porsche 911. (173 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1974 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Ram weights approximately 885 kg more than 1974 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Dodge Ram (552 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Porsche 911. (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Ram | 1974 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Dodge | Porsche |
| Model | Ram | 911 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 2687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 391 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 552 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5820 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 79 L |
