1972 Chevrolet Chevelle vs. 1991 Porsche 911
To start off, 1991 Porsche 911 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle would be higher. At 5,012 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Porsche 911 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle. (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle weights approximately 380 kg more than 1991 Porsche 911.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Porsche 911. (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle | 1991 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
| Model | Chevelle | 911 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5012 cc | 3163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1260 mm |
