1974 Plymouth Trail Duster vs. 2006 Porsche 911
To start off, 2006 Porsche 911 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster weights approximately 240 kg more than 2006 Porsche 911.
Because 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster 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, 2006 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster. (313 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Plymouth Trail Duster | 2006 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Plymouth | Porsche |
Model | Trail Duster | 911 |
Year Released | 1974 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5210 cc | 3824 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 313 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2360 mm |