1970 Chrysler Newport vs. 2007 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2007 Porsche Cayman is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Chrysler Newport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Chrysler Newport would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Chrysler Newport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche Cayman (245 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1970 Chrysler Newport. (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 1970 Chrysler Newport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Chrysler Newport weights approximately 500 kg more than 2007 Porsche Cayman.
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 Newport (388 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Porsche Cayman. (273 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1970 Chrysler Newport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Porsche Cayman.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Chrysler Newport | 2007 Porsche Cayman | |
Make | Chrysler | Porsche |
Model | Newport | Cayman |
Year Released | 1970 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5898 cc | 2686 cc |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 245 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 388 Nm | 273 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1415 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1310 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 64 L |