1970 Chrysler Centura vs. 1975 Porsche 930
To start off, 1975 Porsche 930 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Chrysler Centura. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Chrysler Centura would be higher. At 3,533 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Chrysler Centura is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Porsche 930 (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1970 Chrysler Centura. (139 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 1970 Chrysler Centura. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Chrysler Centura weights approximately 50 kg more than 1975 Porsche 930.
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, 1975 Porsche 930 (351 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Chrysler Centura. (320 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1975 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Chrysler Centura.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Chrysler Centura | 1975 Porsche 930 | |
Make | Chrysler | Porsche |
Model | Centura | 930 |
Year Released | 1970 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3533 cc | 2994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 351 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2510 mm |