1966 Chrysler New Yorker vs. 2010 Porsche 911
To start off, 2010 Porsche 911 is newer by 44 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, 2010 Porsche 911 (435 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1966 Chrysler New Yorker. (350 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 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 561 kg more than 2010 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 222 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Porsche 911. (429 Nm @ 6250 RPM). This means 1966 Chrysler New Yorker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Porsche 911. 1966 Chrysler New Yorker has automatic transmission and 2010 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2010 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1966 Chrysler New Yorker will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Chrysler New Yorker | 2010 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Porsche |
| Model | New Yorker | 911 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 7205 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 435 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 651 Nm | 429 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1956 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5570 mm | 4465 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1808 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2355 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 67 L |
