1972 Plymouth Valiant vs. 2004 Porsche 911
To start off, 2004 Porsche 911 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Plymouth Valiant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Plymouth Valiant would be higher. At 5,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Plymouth Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 911 (317 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1972 Plymouth Valiant. (240 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1972 Plymouth Valiant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche 911 weights approximately 108 kg more than 1972 Plymouth Valiant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Plymouth Valiant. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1972 Plymouth Valiant (401 Nm) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Porsche 911. (370 Nm). This means 1972 Plymouth Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Plymouth Valiant | 2004 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Plymouth | Porsche |
| Model | Valiant | 911 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5562 cc | 3589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.6 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 1482 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2360 mm |
