2001 Dodge Hemi Super 8 vs. 2011 Porsche 911
To start off, 2011 Porsche 911 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Dodge Hemi Super 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Dodge Hemi Super 8 would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Dodge Hemi Super 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche 911 (385 HP) has 32 more horse power than 2001 Dodge Hemi Super 8. (353 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2001 Dodge Hemi Super 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Dodge Hemi Super 8 weights approximately 128 kg more than 2011 Porsche 911.
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, 2001 Dodge Hemi Super 8 (536 Nm) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Porsche 911. (420 Nm). This means 2001 Dodge Hemi Super 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Porsche 911. 2001 Dodge Hemi Super 8 has automatic transmission and 2011 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2011 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Dodge Hemi Super 8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Dodge Hemi Super 8 | 2011 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Dodge | Porsche |
| Model | Hemi Super 8 | 911 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5700 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 353 HP | 385 HP |
| Torque | 536 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1633 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1808 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2350 mm |
