1979 Chrysler Newport vs. 2012 Koenigsegg Agera
To start off, 2012 Koenigsegg Agera is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Chrysler Newport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Chrysler Newport would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Chrysler Newport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Koenigsegg Agera (927 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 766 more horse power than 1979 Chrysler Newport. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Koenigsegg Agera should accelerate faster than 1979 Chrysler Newport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Chrysler Newport weights approximately 520 kg more than 2012 Koenigsegg Agera.
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, 2012 Koenigsegg Agera (1,100 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 737 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Chrysler Newport. (363 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Koenigsegg Agera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Chrysler Newport.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Chrysler Newport | 2012 Koenigsegg Agera | |
Make | Chrysler | Koenigsegg |
Model | Newport | Agera |
Year Released | 1979 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5210 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 927 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6900 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 1100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 4293 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1996 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2660 mm |