1985 Porsche 944 vs. 2012 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2012 Dodge Charger is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Porsche 944. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Porsche 944 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Charger (292 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1985 Porsche 944. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1985 Porsche 944. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Charger weights approximately 452 kg more than 1985 Porsche 944. 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, 2012 Dodge Charger (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Porsche 944. (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Porsche 944.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Porsche 944 | 2012 Dodge Charger | |
| Make | Porsche | Dodge |
| Model | 944 | Charger |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2477 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 292 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1797 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 5077 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3053 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 72 L |
