1971 Chrysler New Yorker vs. 2012 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Chrysler New Yorker. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Chrysler New Yorker would be higher. At 7,204 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Chrysler New Yorker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche 911 (500 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 1971 Chrysler New Yorker. (272 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1971 Chrysler New Yorker. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Chrysler New Yorker weights approximately 660 kg more than 2012 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, 1971 Chrysler New Yorker (520 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Porsche 911. (459 Nm @ 5750 RPM). This means 1971 Chrysler New Yorker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Chrysler New Yorker | 2012 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Chrysler | Porsche |
Model | New Yorker | 911 |
Year Released | 1971 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 7204 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 272 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 8250 RPM |
Torque | 520 Nm | 459 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4491 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2355 mm |