1972 Porsche 911 vs. 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER

To start off, 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER (301 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1972 Porsche 911. (131 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER should accelerate faster than 1972 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER weights approximately 658 kg more than 1972 Porsche 911. 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. Let's talk about torque, 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Porsche 911. (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Porsche 911. 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER has automatic transmission and 1972 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 1972 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1972 Porsche 911 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER
Make Porsche Dodge
Model 911 CHALLENGER
Year Released 1972 2013
Body Type Coupe Coupe
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 2341 cc 3600 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type boxer V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 131 HP 301 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 6350 RPM
Torque 197 Nm 363 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84 mm 96 mm
Engine Stroke Size 70.4 mm 83 mm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual 5-speed automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1077 kg 1735 kg
Vehicle Length 4150 mm 5023 mm
Vehicle Width 1620 mm 1923 mm
Vehicle Height 1330 mm 1449 mm
Wheelbase Size 2270 mm 2946 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 80 L 72 L