1970 Chevrolet Vega vs. 2005 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 Porsche 911 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Chevrolet Vega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Chevrolet Vega would be higher. At 3,605 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (445 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 364 more horse power than 1970 Chevrolet Vega. (81 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1970 Chevrolet Vega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 911 weights approximately 585 kg more than 1970 Chevrolet Vega. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Porsche 911 (620 Nm) has 453 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Chevrolet Vega. (167 Nm). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Chevrolet Vega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Chevrolet Vega | 2005 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
| Model | Vega | 911 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2287 cc | 3605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 445 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 76 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 63 L |
