1995 Porsche 968 vs. 2013 Dodge CHARGER
To start off, 2013 Dodge CHARGER is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Porsche 968. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Porsche 968 would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Dodge CHARGER is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Dodge CHARGER (365 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1995 Porsche 968. (240 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge CHARGER should accelerate faster than 1995 Porsche 968. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Dodge CHARGER weights approximately 529 kg more than 1995 Porsche 968. 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, 2013 Dodge CHARGER (536 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Porsche 968. (305 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2013 Dodge CHARGER will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Porsche 968. 2013 Dodge CHARGER has automatic transmission and 1995 Porsche 968 has manual transmission. 1995 Porsche 968 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Dodge CHARGER will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Porsche 968 | 2013 Dodge CHARGER | |
| Make | Porsche | Dodge |
| Model | 968 | CHARGER |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2990 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 365 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 536 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1929 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5077 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1482 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3052 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 72 L |
