1968 Chevrolet Chevelle vs. 2013 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 45 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, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (296 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle. (140 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 569 kg more than 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Porsche Cayenne is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayenne will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (400 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle. (298 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle | 2013 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
| Model | Chevelle | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3768 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.4 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 11.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1501 kg | 2070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4846 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2154 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1705 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2895 mm |
