1988 Dodge Spirit vs. 1966 Porsche 911
To start off, 1988 Dodge Spirit is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Dodge Spirit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Porsche 911 (160 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1988 Dodge Spirit. (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1988 Dodge Spirit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Dodge Spirit weights approximately 254 kg more than 1966 Porsche 911.
Because 1966 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1966 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Dodge Spirit, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1988 Dodge Spirit (244 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Porsche 911. (179 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1988 Dodge Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Dodge Spirit | 1966 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Dodge | Porsche |
Model | Spirit | 911 |
Year Released | 1988 | 1966 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2213 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 244 Nm | 179 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1316 kg | 1062 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2220 mm |