2009 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1972 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1972 Porsche 911. (165 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1972 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 833 kg more than 1972 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Porsche 911. (206 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Porsche 911. 2009 Chrysler Town & Country has automatic transmission and 1972 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 1972 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chrysler Town & Country will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chrysler Town & Country | 1972 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Porsche |
| Model | Town & Country | 911 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 2339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.1 mm | 70.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1077 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 80 L |
