1970 Chrysler Centura vs. 1987 Porsche 911
To start off, 1987 Porsche 911 is newer by 17 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 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Chrysler Centura is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Porsche 911 (231 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1970 Chrysler Centura. (164 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1970 Chrysler Centura. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Chrysler Centura weights approximately 43 kg more than 1987 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, 1970 Chrysler Centura (318 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Porsche 911. (283 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1970 Chrysler Centura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Chrysler Centura | 1987 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Porsche |
| Model | Centura | 911 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4015 cc | 3164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 164 HP | 231 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 283 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1172 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2270 mm |
