1995 Dodge Caravan vs. 1964 Porsche 911
To start off, 1995 Dodge Caravan is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Porsche 911 (129 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1995 Dodge Caravan. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1995 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 365 kg more than 1964 Porsche 911.
Because 1964 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 1964 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Dodge Caravan, 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, 1995 Dodge Caravan (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Porsche 911. (178 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1995 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Dodge Caravan | 1964 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Dodge | Porsche |
| Model | Caravan | 911 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1964 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2190 mm |
