2000 Chrysler 300 vs. 1987 Porsche 928
To start off, 2000 Chrysler 300 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 4,663 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Porsche 928 (306 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2000 Chrysler 300. (200 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 2000 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1987 Porsche 928.
Because 1987 Porsche 928 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 1987 Porsche 928. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Chrysler 300, 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, 1987 Porsche 928 (408 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chrysler 300. (255 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1987 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chrysler 300 | 1987 Porsche 928 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Porsche |
| Model | 300 | 928 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2736 cc | 4663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 408 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.5 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2510 mm |
