2007 Chrysler 300 vs. 1978 Porsche 930
To start off, 2007 Chrysler 300 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Porsche 930 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2007 Chrysler 300. (246 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 2007 Chrysler 300.
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, 1978 Porsche 930 (431 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chrysler 300. (341 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1978 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chrysler 300. 2007 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 1978 Porsche 930 has manual transmission. 1978 Porsche 930 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Chrysler 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chrysler 300 | 1978 Porsche 930 | |
Make | Chrysler | Porsche |
Model | 300 | 930 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1978 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3518 cc | 3299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 246 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 341 Nm | 431 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 97.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 74.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2510 mm |