2007 Dodge Charger RT Concept vs. 1957 Porsche 356
To start off, 2007 Dodge Charger RT Concept is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 3,522 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Charger RT Concept is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Charger RT Concept (791 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 691 more horse power than 1957 Porsche 356. (100 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Charger RT Concept should accelerate faster than 1957 Porsche 356.
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, 2007 Dodge Charger RT Concept (800 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 679 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Porsche 356. (121 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Charger RT Concept will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Porsche 356.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Charger RT Concept | 1957 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | Dodge | Porsche |
| Model | Charger RT Concept | 356 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3522 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 791 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 800 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
