2009 Dodge Ram vs. 1995 Porsche 968
To start off, 2009 Dodge Ram is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Porsche 968. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Porsche 968 would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Porsche 968 (240 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Ram. (212 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Porsche 968 should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Ram.
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, 1995 Porsche 968 (305 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Ram. (235 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Porsche 968 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Ram | 1995 Porsche 968 | |
| Make | Dodge | Porsche |
| Model | Ram | 968 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 2990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 104 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 11.0:1 |
| 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 | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 74 L |
