2009 Dodge Ram vs. 1975 Porsche 924
To start off, 2009 Dodge Ram is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Porsche 924. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Porsche 924 would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Ram (212 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1975 Porsche 924. (123 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1975 Porsche 924.
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 (235 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Porsche 924. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Porsche 924.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Ram | 1975 Porsche 924 | |
| Make | Dodge | Porsche |
| Model | Ram | 924 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 86.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 84.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 61 L |
