1972 Dodge Charger vs. 2009 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Dodge Charger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Dodge Charger would be higher. At 6,555 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Charger. (256 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Charger weights approximately 360 kg more than 2009 Porsche 911.
Because 2009 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Dodge Charger. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 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 Charger (470 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Porsche 911. (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Dodge Charger | 2009 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Dodge | Porsche |
Model | Charger | 911 |
Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 6555 cc | 3823 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 470 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1310 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2360 mm |