1968 Porsche 906 vs. 2010 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Porsche 906. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Porsche 906 would be higher. At 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Porsche 906 (217 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2010 Chevrolet Colorado. (185 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Porsche 906 should accelerate faster than 2010 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 644 kg more than 1968 Porsche 906.
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:
| 1968 Porsche 906 | 2010 Chevrolet Colorado | |
| Make | Porsche | Chevrolet |
| Model | 906 | Colorado |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 617 kg | 1261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 72 L |
