1991 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1960 Porsche 356
To start off, 1991 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 3,301 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Chrysler Town & Country (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1960 Porsche 356. (115 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1960 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 850 kg more than 1960 Porsche 356. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Porsche 356 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 1960 Porsche 356. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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.
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1991 Chrysler Town & Country | 1960 Porsche 356 | |
Make | Chrysler | Porsche |
Model | Town & Country | 356 |
Year Released | 1991 | 1960 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3301 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2110 mm |