1978 Chrysler Newport vs. 1972 Porsche 911
To start off, 1978 Chrysler Newport is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Chrysler Newport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Porsche 911 (190 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1978 Chrysler Newport. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1978 Chrysler Newport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Chrysler Newport weights approximately 733 kg more than 1972 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, 1978 Chrysler Newport (363 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Porsche 911. (217 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1978 Chrysler Newport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Chrysler Newport | 1972 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Porsche |
| Model | Newport | 911 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 2341 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1077 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2270 mm |
