1980 Dodge Aspen vs. 2008 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Porsche 911 is newer by 28 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 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 1980 Dodge Aspen. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1980 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Porsche 911 weights approximately 51 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.
Because 2008 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Dodge Aspen. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Dodge Aspen. (232 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2008 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 | 2008 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Dodge | Porsche |
| Model | Aspen | 911 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 3824 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 117.5 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1536 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2360 mm |
