1968 Dodge Coronet vs. 2012 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Dodge Coronet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Dodge Coronet would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Dodge Coronet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche 911 (408 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1968 Dodge Coronet. (230 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1968 Dodge Coronet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Dodge Coronet weights approximately 20 kg more than 2012 Porsche 911.
Because 2012 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Dodge Coronet. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 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, 1968 Dodge Coronet (461 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Porsche 911. (420 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1968 Dodge Coronet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Dodge Coronet | 2012 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Dodge | Porsche |
| Model | Coronet | 911 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 408 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 67 L |
