1971 Chrysler Valiant vs. 2011 Porsche 911
To start off, 2011 Porsche 911 is newer by 40 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, 2011 Porsche 911 (345 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1971 Chrysler Valiant. (227 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1971 Chrysler Valiant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Chrysler Valiant weights approximately 111 kg more than 2011 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 Valiant (461 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Porsche 911. (390 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1971 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Chrysler Valiant | 2011 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Chrysler | Porsche |
Model | Valiant | 911 |
Year Released | 1971 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5211 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 461 Nm | 390 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1389 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1808 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1311 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2350 mm |