1969 Dodge Challenger vs. 2013 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 44 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 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Dodge Challenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (395 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1969 Dodge Challenger. (317 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1969 Dodge Challenger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 540 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.
Because 2013 Porsche Cayenne is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Dodge Challenger. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayenne 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, 1969 Dodge Challenger (545 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Porsche Cayenne. (500 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1969 Dodge Challenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Porsche Cayenne.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Dodge Challenger | 2013 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Dodge | Porsche |
| Model | Challenger | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 7206 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 545 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 12.5 : 1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 2140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4846 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 2154 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1705 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2895 mm |
