1969 Dodge Dart vs. 2013 Porsche 911
To start off, 2013 Porsche 911 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Dodge Dart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Dodge Dart would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche 911 (395 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 1969 Dodge Dart. (156 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1969 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche 911 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1969 Dodge Dart. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Dodge Dart is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1969 Dodge Dart. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Porsche 911, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2013 Porsche 911 (441 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Dodge Dart. (295 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Dodge Dart.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Dodge Dart | 2013 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Dodge | Porsche |
| Model | Dart | 911 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 295 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4491 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1978 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1292 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2450 mm |
