1961 Chrysler Imperial vs. 1973 Porsche 914
To start off, 1973 Porsche 914 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Chrysler Imperial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Chrysler Imperial would be higher. At 5,802 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Chrysler Imperial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Chrysler Imperial (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1973 Porsche 914. (79 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1973 Porsche 914. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1435 kg more than 1973 Porsche 914. 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, 1961 Chrysler Imperial (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 373 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Porsche 914. (137 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1961 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Porsche 914.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Chrysler Imperial | 1973 Porsche 914 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Porsche |
| Model | Imperial | 914 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2460 mm |
