2006 Chrysler 300 vs. 1987 Porsche 911
To start off, 2006 Chrysler 300 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Porsche 911 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2006 Chrysler 300. (215 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2006 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 700 kg more than 1987 Porsche 911.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Chrysler 300 (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Porsche 911. (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Porsche 911. 2006 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 1987 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 1987 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Chrysler 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chrysler 300 | 1987 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Porsche |
| Model | 300 | 911 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2987 cc | 3164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 74.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 80 L |
