1969 Dodge Coronet vs. 1954 Porsche 356
To start off, 1969 Dodge Coronet is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 3,690 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Dodge Coronet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Dodge Coronet (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1954 Porsche 356. (70 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Dodge Coronet should accelerate faster than 1954 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Dodge Coronet weights approximately 610 kg more than 1954 Porsche 356. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Dodge Coronet | 1954 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | Dodge | Porsche |
| Model | Coronet | 356 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3690 cc | 1486 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2110 mm |
