1961 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2002 Porsche 911
To start off, 2002 Porsche 911 is newer by 41 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, 2002 Porsche 911 (316 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1961 Chrysler Imperial. (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1961 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1040 kg more than 2002 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. Let's talk about torque, 1961 Chrysler Imperial (510 Nm) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Porsche 911. (502 Nm). This means 1961 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Chrysler Imperial | 2002 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Chrysler | Porsche |
Model | Imperial | 911 |
Year Released | 1961 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5802 cc | 3596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 316 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 502 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2360 mm |