2011 Porsche 911 vs. 1973 Chrysler 160
To start off, 2011 Porsche 911 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Chrysler 160. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Chrysler 160 would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche 911 (450 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 342 more horse power than 1973 Chrysler 160. (108 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1973 Chrysler 160. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche 911 weights approximately 255 kg more than 1973 Chrysler 160. 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, 2011 Porsche 911 (429 Nm @ 6750 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Chrysler 160. (163 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Chrysler 160. 1973 Chrysler 160 has automatic transmission and 2011 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2011 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 Chrysler 160 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Porsche 911 | 1973 Chrysler 160 | |
| Make | Porsche | Chrysler |
| Model | 911 | 160 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 1981 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 429 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4491 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1852 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2355 mm | 2680 mm |
