1968 Chevrolet Chevelle vs. 1994 Porsche 965
To start off, 1994 Porsche 965 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle would be higher. At 3,768 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Porsche 965 (355 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle. (140 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Porsche 965 should accelerate faster than 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle weights approximately 31 kg more than 1994 Porsche 965.
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, 1994 Porsche 965 (530 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle. (298 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1994 Porsche 965 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Chevrolet Chevelle | 1994 Porsche 965 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
Model | Chevelle | 965 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3768 cc | 3599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 355 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98.4 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 76.4 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1501 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2270 mm |