1971 Chrysler Newport vs. 1997 Porsche 911
To start off, 1997 Porsche 911 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Chrysler Newport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Chrysler Newport would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Chrysler Newport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Porsche 911 (520 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 347 more horse power than 1971 Chrysler Newport. (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1971 Chrysler Newport.
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, 1997 Porsche 911 (685 Nm) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Chrysler Newport. (387 Nm). This means 1997 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Chrysler Newport.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chrysler Newport | 1997 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Porsche |
| Model | Newport | 911 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 520 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 685 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2270 mm |
