1976 Porsche 911 vs. 2011 Dodge Caliber
To start off, 2011 Dodge Caliber is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Porsche 911 (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2011 Dodge Caliber. (158 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2011 Dodge Caliber. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Caliber weights approximately 206 kg more than 1976 Porsche 911.
Because 1976 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1976 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Caliber, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1976 Porsche 911 (260 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Dodge Caliber. (191 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1976 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Dodge Caliber.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Porsche 911 | 2011 Dodge Caliber | |
| Make | Porsche | Dodge |
| Model | 911 | Caliber |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1366 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1534 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 51 L |
