2008 Porsche 911 vs. 1976 Chrysler 1609
To start off, 2008 Porsche 911 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Chrysler 1609. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Chrysler 1609 would be higher. At 3,823 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 1976 Chrysler 1609. (100 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1976 Chrysler 1609. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Porsche 911 weights approximately 405 kg more than 1976 Chrysler 1609. 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 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Chrysler 1609. (144 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Chrysler 1609.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Porsche 911 | 1976 Chrysler 1609 | |
| Make | Porsche | Chrysler |
| Model | 911 | 1609 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3823 cc | 1812 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2670 mm |
