1961 Chrysler Imperial vs. 1974 Porsche 911
To start off, 1974 Porsche 911 is newer by 13 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 103 more horse power than 1974 Porsche 911. (173 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1974 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1285 kg more than 1974 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, 1961 Chrysler Imperial (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Porsche 911. (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1961 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Chrysler Imperial | 1974 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Porsche |
| Model | Imperial | 911 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 2687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2270 mm |
