1979 Chrysler Newport vs. 2012 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1979 Chrysler Newport. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1979 Chrysler Newport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Chrysler Newport weights approximately 430 kg more than 2012 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, 2012 Porsche 911 (389 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Chrysler Newport. (363 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Chrysler Newport.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Chrysler Newport | 2012 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Chrysler | Porsche |
Model | Newport | 911 |
Year Released | 1979 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5210 cc | 3400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 389 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 4491 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1808 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1303 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2451 mm |