1991 Chrysler New Yorker vs. 2012 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Chrysler New Yorker. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Chrysler New Yorker would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche 911 (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 366 more horse power than 1991 Chrysler New Yorker. (134 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1991 Chrysler New Yorker. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche 911 weights approximately 225 kg more than 1991 Chrysler New Yorker. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Chrysler New Yorker. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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 (650 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 422 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Chrysler New Yorker. (228 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Chrysler New Yorker.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Chrysler New Yorker | 2012 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Porsche |
| Model | New Yorker | 911 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 650 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4478 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2350 mm |
