1978 Chrysler Newport vs. 2009 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2009 Porsche Cayman is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Chrysler Newport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Chrysler Newport would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Chrysler Newport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche Cayman (291 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1978 Chrysler Newport. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 1978 Chrysler Newport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Chrysler Newport weights approximately 280 kg more than 2009 Porsche Cayman.
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 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Porsche Cayman. (340 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1978 Chrysler Newport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Porsche Cayman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Chrysler Newport | 2009 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | Chrysler | Porsche |
| Model | Newport | Cayman |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 3385 cc |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2420 mm |
