1996 Plymouth Breeze vs. 1972 Porsche 911

To start off, 1996 Plymouth Breeze is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,341 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Plymouth Breeze (132 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1972 Porsche 911. (131 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Plymouth Breeze should accelerate faster than 1972 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Plymouth Breeze weights approximately 273 kg more than 1972 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1972 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 1972 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Plymouth Breeze, 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, 1972 Porsche 911 (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Plymouth Breeze. (174 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1972 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Plymouth Breeze.

Compare all specifications:

1996 Plymouth Breeze 1972 Porsche 911
Make Plymouth Porsche
Model Breeze 911
Year Released 1996 1972
Body Type Sedan Coupe
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 1994 cc 2341 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 132 HP 131 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 174 Nm 197 Nm
Torque RPM 5000 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 87.5 mm 84 mm
Engine Stroke Size 83 mm 70.4 mm
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1350 kg 1077 kg
Vehicle Length 4750 mm 4150 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1620 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1330 mm
Wheelbase Size 2750 mm 2270 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 79 L 80 L


 

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