1966 Chrysler New Yorker vs. 2006 Porsche 911
To start off, 2006 Porsche 911 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Chrysler New Yorker. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Chrysler New Yorker would be higher. At 7,205 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Chrysler New Yorker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche 911 (355 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1966 Chrysler New Yorker. (350 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1966 Chrysler New Yorker. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Chrysler New Yorker weights approximately 501 kg more than 2006 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, 1966 Chrysler New Yorker (651 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Porsche 911. (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1966 Chrysler New Yorker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Chrysler New Yorker | 2006 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Chrysler | Porsche |
Model | New Yorker | 911 |
Year Released | 1966 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 7205 cc | 3818 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 355 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 651 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 109.7 mm | 100.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.4:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1956 kg | 1455 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5570 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 67 L |