2008 Dodge Durango vs. 1972 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Dodge Durango is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Durango (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1972 Porsche 911. (131 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1972 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Durango weights approximately 309 kg more than 1972 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Dodge Durango (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Porsche 911. (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Porsche 911. 2008 Dodge Durango has automatic transmission and 1972 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 1972 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Dodge Durango will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Dodge Durango | 1972 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Dodge | Porsche |
Model | Durango | 911 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1972 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3701 cc | 2341 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 1077 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 80 L |