1950 Chrysler Windsor vs. 1990 Porsche 911
To start off, 1990 Porsche 911 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Chrysler Windsor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Chrysler Windsor would be higher. At 4,920 cc (8 cylinders), 1950 Chrysler Windsor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Porsche 911 (316 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1950 Chrysler Windsor. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1950 Chrysler Windsor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Chrysler Windsor weights approximately 383 kg more than 1990 Porsche 911.
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:
| 1950 Chrysler Windsor | 1990 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Porsche |
| Model | Windsor | 911 |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4920 cc | 3299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1467 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2270 mm |
