1952 Chevrolet DeLuxe vs. 1988 Porsche 944
To start off, 1988 Porsche 944 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Chevrolet DeLuxe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Chevrolet DeLuxe would be higher. At 3,546 cc (6 cylinders), 1952 Chevrolet DeLuxe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Porsche 944 (208 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1952 Chevrolet DeLuxe. (85 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Porsche 944 should accelerate faster than 1952 Chevrolet DeLuxe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Chevrolet DeLuxe weights approximately 41 kg more 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Chevrolet DeLuxe | 1988 Porsche 944 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
| Model | DeLuxe | 944 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3546 cc | 2990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 104 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1397 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2390 mm |
