2008 Chrysler 300 vs. 1969 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Chrysler 300 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chrysler 300 (336 HP) has 180 more horse power than 1969 Porsche 911. (156 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1969 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 853 kg more than 1969 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Chrysler 300 (525 Nm) has 334 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Porsche 911. (191 Nm). This means 2008 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Porsche 911. 2008 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 1969 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 1969 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Chrysler 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chrysler 300 | 1969 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Porsche |
| Model | 300 | 911 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 2195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 336 HP | 156 HP |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1873 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 61 L |
