1975 Dodge Aspen vs. 2011 Porsche 911
To start off, 2011 Porsche 911 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Dodge Aspen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Dodge Aspen would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche 911 (530 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 429 more horse power than 1975 Dodge Aspen. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1975 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche 911 weights approximately 175 kg more than 1975 Dodge Aspen. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Dodge Aspen. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Porsche 911 (699 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 468 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Dodge Aspen. (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Dodge Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Dodge Aspen | 2011 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Dodge | Porsche |
| Model | Aspen | 911 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 530 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 699 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4478 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2350 mm |
