1978 Chrysler Newport vs. 1959 Porsche 356
To start off, 1978 Chrysler Newport is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Chrysler Newport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Chrysler Newport (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1959 Porsche 356. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Chrysler Newport should accelerate faster than 1959 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Chrysler Newport weights approximately 972 kg more than 1959 Porsche 356. 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, 1978 Chrysler Newport (363 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Porsche 356. (119 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1978 Chrysler Newport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Porsche 356.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Chrysler Newport | 1959 Porsche 356 | |
Make | Chrysler | Porsche |
Model | Newport | 356 |
Year Released | 1978 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5210 cc | 1582 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 119 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 838 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2110 mm |