2008 Dodge Dakota vs. 1967 Porsche 906
To start off, 2008 Dodge Dakota is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Porsche 906. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Porsche 906 would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Porsche 906 (217 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2008 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Porsche 906 should accelerate faster than 2008 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 767 kg more than 1967 Porsche 906.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Dakota | 1967 Porsche 906 | |
| Make | Dodge | Porsche |
| Model | Dakota | 906 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3701 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 618 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 73 L |
