1969 Dodge Challenger vs. 2008 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Porsche 911 is newer by 39 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 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Dodge Challenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche 911 (405 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 282 more horse power than 1969 Dodge Challenger. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1969 Dodge Challenger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Porsche 911 weights approximately 25 kg more than 1969 Dodge Challenger. 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, 2008 Porsche 911 (620 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 387 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Dodge Challenger. (233 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Dodge Challenger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Dodge Challenger | 2008 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Dodge | Porsche |
| Model | Challenger | 911 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 405 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 233 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 89 L |
