1974 Chrysler Valiant vs. 2010 Porsche 911
To start off, 2010 Porsche 911 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Chrysler Valiant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Chrysler Valiant would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche 911 (345 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1974 Chrysler Valiant. (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1974 Chrysler Valiant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche 911 weights approximately 76 kg more than 1974 Chrysler Valiant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Porsche 911 (390 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Chrysler Valiant. (272 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Chrysler Valiant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Chrysler Valiant | 2010 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Porsche |
| Model | Valiant | 911 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3523 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 272 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1404 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1808 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1311 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2350 mm |
