1972 Dodge Challenger vs. 1998 Porsche 993
To start off, 1998 Porsche 993 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Dodge Challenger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Dodge Challenger would be higher. At 5,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Challenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 993 (296 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Challenger. (241 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Challenger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Porsche 993 weights approximately 15 kg more than 1972 Dodge Challenger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Porsche 993 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Dodge Challenger. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 993 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, 1972 Dodge Challenger (401 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Porsche 993. (362 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Challenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Porsche 993.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Challenger | 1998 Porsche 993 | |
| Make | Dodge | Porsche |
| Model | Challenger | 993 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5562 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 241 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2280 mm |
