1975 Chrysler Centura vs. 1990 Porsche 911
To start off, 1990 Porsche 911 is newer by 15 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Porsche 911 (247 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1975 Chrysler Centura. (118 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1975 Chrysler Centura. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Porsche 911 weights approximately 220 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, 1990 Porsche 911 (316 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Chrysler Centura. (176 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Chrysler Centura.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Chrysler Centura | 1990 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Porsche |
| Model | Centura | 911 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1981 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 316 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2410 mm |
