1972 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1999 Porsche 911
To start off, 1999 Porsche 911 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 5,032 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Porsche 911 (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 300 more horse power than 1972 Chevrolet Blazer. (114 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1972 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 314 kg more than 1999 Porsche 911.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 1999 Porsche 911 (560 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Chevrolet Blazer. (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Chevrolet Blazer. 1972 Chevrolet Blazer has automatic transmission and 1999 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 1999 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 Chevrolet Blazer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Chevrolet Blazer | 1999 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
Model | Blazer | 911 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1999 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5032 cc | 3595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 414 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 560 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1854 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2360 mm |