1997 Dodge Copperhead vs. 1998 Porsche 911
To start off, 1998 Porsche 911 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Dodge Copperhead. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Dodge Copperhead would be higher. At 3,387 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 911 (296 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1997 Dodge Copperhead. (217 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1997 Dodge Copperhead. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Porsche 911 weights approximately 31 kg more than 1997 Dodge Copperhead. 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, 1998 Porsche 911 (350 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Dodge Copperhead. (255 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1998 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Dodge Copperhead.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Dodge Copperhead | 1998 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Dodge | Porsche |
Model | Copperhead | 911 |
Year Released | 1997 | 1998 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2700 cc | 3387 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1326 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2360 mm |