1997 Dodge Stealth vs. 1969 Porsche 911
To start off, 1997 Dodge Stealth is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Dodge Stealth is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Dodge Stealth (282 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1969 Porsche 911. (125 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Dodge Stealth should accelerate faster than 1969 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Dodge Stealth weights approximately 710 kg more than 1969 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Dodge Stealth is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Dodge Stealth will offer significantly more control. 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, 1997 Dodge Stealth (428 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Porsche 911. (176 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1997 Dodge Stealth will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Dodge Stealth | 1969 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Dodge | Porsche |
| Model | Stealth | 911 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 2195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 428 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2270 mm |
