1972 Chevrolet DeVille vs. 1985 Porsche 944
To start off, 1985 Porsche 944 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chevrolet DeVille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chevrolet DeVille would be higher. At 5,732 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Chevrolet DeVille (233 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1985 Porsche 944. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Chevrolet DeVille should accelerate faster than 1985 Porsche 944. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chevrolet DeVille weights approximately 339 kg more than 1985 Porsche 944. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1972 Chevrolet DeVille (495 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Porsche 944. (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Chevrolet DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Porsche 944.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chevrolet DeVille | 1985 Porsche 944 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
| Model | DeVille | 944 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5732 cc | 2477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 233 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1684 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2410 mm |
