2008 Dodge Sprinter vs. 1966 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Porsche 911 (160 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2008 Dodge Sprinter. (154 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2008 Dodge Sprinter.
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 Sprinter (380 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Porsche 911. (179 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Porsche 911. 2008 Dodge Sprinter has automatic transmission and 1966 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 1966 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Dodge Sprinter will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Sprinter | 1966 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Dodge | Porsche |
| Model | Sprinter | 911 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 12 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5910 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2450 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3670 mm | 2220 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 61 L |
