1967 Chevrolet Chevelle vs. 2012 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle would be higher. At 6,478 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche 911 (404 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle. (375 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle.
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, 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle (563 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Porsche 911. (420 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle | 2012 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
| Model | Chevelle | 911 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 6478 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 375 HP | 404 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Torque | 563 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1852 mm |
