2008 Chrysler 300 vs. 1988 Porsche 944
To start off, 2008 Chrysler 300 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Porsche 944. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Porsche 944 would be higher. At 3,517 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chrysler 300 (246 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1988 Porsche 944. (162 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1988 Porsche 944.
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 (340 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Porsche 944. (225 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Porsche 944.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chrysler 300 | 1988 Porsche 944 | |
Make | Chrysler | Porsche |
Model | 300 | 944 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3517 cc | 2680 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 246 HP | 162 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 104 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 78.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.9:1 |
Top Speed | 219 km/hour | 219 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.2 seconds | 9.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2390 mm |