2009 Dodge Ram vs. 1990 Ginetta G33
To start off, 2009 Dodge Ram is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ginetta G33. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ginetta G33 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 152 more horse power than 1990 Ginetta G33. (198 HP @ 5280 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1990 Ginetta G33. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Ram weights approximately 488 kg more than 1990 Ginetta G33. 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 529 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ginetta G33. (298 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ginetta G33.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Ram | 1990 Ginetta G33 | |
| Make | Dodge | Ginetta |
| Model | Ram | G33 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6690 cc | 3947 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3013 RPM | 5280 RPM |
| Torque | 827 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1362 kg | 874 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1050 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 41 L |
