1968 Chrysler Newport vs. 2011 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Chrysler Newport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chrysler Newport would be higher. At 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Chrysler Newport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado (360 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1968 Chrysler Newport. (305 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1968 Chrysler Newport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chrysler Newport weights approximately 416 kg more than 2011 Chevrolet Silverado.
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, 1968 Chrysler Newport (543 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Silverado. (515 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1968 Chrysler Newport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Chrysler Newport | 2011 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Chrysler | Chevrolet |
| Model | Newport | Silverado |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7206 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 543 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1965 kg | 1549 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 5860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 3650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 98 L |
