1976 Chrysler Valiant vs. 2008 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Porsche 911 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Chrysler Valiant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Chrysler Valiant would be higher. At 5,209 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Chrysler Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1976 Chrysler Valiant. (227 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1976 Chrysler Valiant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Chrysler Valiant weights approximately 175 kg more than 2008 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, 1976 Chrysler Valiant (470 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Porsche 911. (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1976 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Chrysler Valiant | 2008 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Chrysler | Porsche |
Model | Valiant | 911 |
Year Released | 1976 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5209 cc | 3596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 470 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2360 mm |