1984 Dodge 600 vs. 2007 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 Porsche 911 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Dodge 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Dodge 600 would be higher. At 3,605 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche 911 (481 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 339 more horse power than 1984 Dodge 600. (142 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1984 Dodge 600.
Because 2007 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Dodge 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Porsche 911 (624 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 396 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Dodge 600. (228 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Dodge 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Dodge 600 | 2007 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Dodge | Porsche |
| Model | 600 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 3605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 481 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 624 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 76 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2360 mm |
