1975 Chrysler Centura vs. 1977 Porsche 928
To start off, 1977 Porsche 928 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Chrysler Centura. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Chrysler Centura would be higher. At 4,473 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Porsche 928 (237 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1975 Chrysler Centura. (118 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 1975 Chrysler Centura. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Porsche 928 weights approximately 335 kg more than 1975 Chrysler Centura. 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, 1977 Porsche 928 (363 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Chrysler Centura. (176 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1977 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Chrysler Centura. 1977 Porsche 928 has automatic transmission and 1975 Chrysler Centura has manual transmission. 1975 Chrysler Centura will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Porsche 928 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Chrysler Centura | 1977 Porsche 928 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Porsche |
| Model | Centura | 928 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1981 cc | 4473 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2510 mm |
