2007 Dodge Charger vs. 1986 Porsche 928
To start off, 2007 Dodge Charger is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Porsche 928 (306 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Charger. (251 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Charger weights approximately 807 kg more than 1986 Porsche 928.
Because 2007 Dodge Charger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Porsche 928. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Charger 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, 1986 Porsche 928 (408 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Charger. (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1986 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Charger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Charger | 1986 Porsche 928 | |
| Make | Dodge | Porsche |
| Model | Charger | 928 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 408 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 1536 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 76 L |
