1980 Dodge Aspen vs. 2006 Porsche 911
To start off, 2006 Porsche 911 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Dodge Aspen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Dodge Aspen would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche 911 (326 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1980 Dodge Aspen. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1980 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Porsche 911 weights approximately 250 kg more than 1980 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, 2006 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Dodge Aspen. (232 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Dodge Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Dodge Aspen | 2006 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Dodge | Porsche |
Model | Aspen | 911 |
Year Released | 1980 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3687 cc | 3589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 326 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 232 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 117.5 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2360 mm |