2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 1979 Porsche 930
To start off, 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Porsche 930 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Porsche 930 (297 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (180 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser weights approximately 264 kg more than 1979 Porsche 930.
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, 1979 Porsche 930 (440 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (286 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1979 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser. 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser has automatic transmission and 1979 Porsche 930 has manual transmission. 1979 Porsche 930 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser | 1979 Porsche 930 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Porsche |
| Model | PT Cruiser | 930 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2429 cc | 3299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 297 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1564 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2510 mm |
