1969 Dodge Challenger vs. 1984 Porsche 911
To start off, 1984 Porsche 911 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Dodge Challenger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Dodge Challenger would be higher. At 5,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Dodge Challenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Dodge Challenger (235 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1984 Porsche 911. (229 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Dodge Challenger should accelerate faster than 1984 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Dodge Challenger weights approximately 295 kg more than 1984 Porsche 911. 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, 1969 Dodge Challenger (421 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Porsche 911. (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1969 Dodge Challenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Dodge Challenger | 1984 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Dodge | Porsche |
| Model | Challenger | 911 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5562 cc | 3164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 229 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 421 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 80 L |
