1971 Chevrolet Monte Carlo vs. 1996 Porsche 911
To start off, 1996 Porsche 911 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Chevrolet Monte Carlo would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Chevrolet Monte Carlo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Porsche 911 (430 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 1971 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. (165 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1971 Chevrolet Monte Carlo.
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, 1996 Porsche 911 (540 Nm) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. (387 Nm). This means 1996 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Chevrolet Monte Carlo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chevrolet Monte Carlo | 1996 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
| Model | Monte Carlo | 911 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 430 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2280 mm |
