1972 Chrysler Sedan vs. 1972 Porsche 911

To start off, both 1972 Chrysler Sedan and 1972 Porsche 911 were released in the same year (1972). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,342 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Chrysler Sedan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Porsche 911 (210 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1972 Chrysler Sedan. (200 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1972 Chrysler Sedan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chrysler Sedan weights approximately 464 kg more than 1972 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, 1972 Chrysler Sedan (355 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Porsche 911. (255 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 1972 Chrysler Sedan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Porsche 911. 1972 Chrysler Sedan has automatic transmission and 1972 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 1972 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 Chrysler Sedan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1972 Chrysler Sedan 1972 Porsche 911
Make Chrysler Porsche
Model Sedan 911
Year Released 1972 1972
Body Type Sedan Coupe
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 4342 cc 2687 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Horse Power 200 HP 210 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 6300 RPM
Torque 355 Nm 255 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 5100 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1520 kg 1056 kg
Vehicle Length 5010 mm 4110 mm
Vehicle Width 1890 mm 1660 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1330 mm
Wheelbase Size 2930 mm 2280 mm


 

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