1968 Dodge Dart vs. 2010 Porsche 911

To start off, 2010 Porsche 911 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Dodge Dart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Dodge Dart would be higher. At 4,492 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche 911 (345 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1968 Dodge Dart. (190 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1968 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche 911 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1968 Dodge Dart. 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, 2010 Porsche 911 (390 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Dodge Dart. (353 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Dodge Dart.

Compare all specifications:

1968 Dodge Dart 2010 Porsche 911
Make Dodge Porsche
Model Dart 911
Year Released 1968 2010
Body Type Convertible Coupe
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 4492 cc 3600 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V boxer
Horse Power 190 HP 345 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 353 Nm 390 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 4400 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1380 kg 1480 kg
Vehicle Length 4970 mm 4460 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1808 mm
Vehicle Height 1360 mm 1311 mm
Wheelbase Size 2830 mm 2350 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 64 L


 

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