1979 Dodge Aspen vs. 2011 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2011 Porsche Panamera is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Dodge Aspen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Dodge Aspen would be higher. At 3,685 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche Panamera (300 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1979 Dodge Aspen. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1979 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 275 kg more than 1979 Dodge Aspen. 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, 2011 Porsche Panamera (400 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Dodge Aspen. (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Dodge Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Dodge Aspen | 2011 Porsche Panamera | |
Make | Dodge | Porsche |
Model | Aspen | Panamera |
Year Released | 1979 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3685 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4968 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2918 mm |