1978 Porsche 911 vs. 2010 Chrysler Town & Country
To start off, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1978 Porsche 911. (185 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1978 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 864 kg more than 1978 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1978 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Porsche 911. (265 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2010 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Porsche 911. 2010 Chrysler Town & Country has automatic transmission and 1978 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 1978 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Chrysler Town & Country will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Porsche 911 | 2010 Chrysler Town & Country | |
| Make | Porsche | Chrysler |
| Model | 911 | Town & Country |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 2044 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 5144 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1953 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1814 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 3078 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 76 L |
