1971 Chrysler Valiant vs. 2010 Porsche 911
To start off, 2010 Porsche 911 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Chrysler Valiant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Chrysler Valiant would be higher. At 5,211 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Chrysler Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche 911 (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1971 Chrysler Valiant. (227 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1971 Chrysler Valiant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche 911 weights approximately 65 kg more than 1971 Chrysler Valiant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Chrysler Valiant. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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 Valiant (461 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Porsche 911. (420 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1971 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chrysler Valiant | 2010 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Porsche |
| Model | Valiant | 911 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5211 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4465 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1808 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2350 mm |
