2005 Chrysler 300 vs. 1985 Porsche 930
To start off, 2005 Chrysler 300 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler 300 (335 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1985 Porsche 930. (296 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1985 Porsche 930. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 580 kg more than 1985 Porsche 930. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chrysler 300 (529 Nm) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Porsche 930. (440 Nm). This means 2005 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Porsche 930.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler 300 | 1985 Porsche 930 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Porsche |
| Model | 300 | 930 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 3299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2510 mm |
