1983 Dodge Charger vs. 2009 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Dodge Charger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Dodge Charger would be higher. At 3,599 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (473 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 411 more horse power than 1983 Dodge Charger. (62 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1983 Dodge Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche 911 weights approximately 480 kg more than 1983 Dodge Charger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Dodge Charger. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Porsche 911 (620 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 503 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Dodge Charger. (117 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Dodge Charger.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Dodge Charger | 2009 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Dodge | Porsche |
Model | Charger | 911 |
Year Released | 1983 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1592 cc | 3599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 473 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 117 Nm | 620 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 310 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5220 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 64 L |