1972 Chevrolet DeVille vs. 2005 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 Porsche 911 is newer by 33 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, 2005 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1972 Chevrolet DeVille. (233 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1972 Chevrolet DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chevrolet DeVille weights approximately 179 kg more than 2005 Porsche 911.
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 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Porsche 911. (408 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1972 Chevrolet DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Chevrolet DeVille | 2005 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
Model | DeVille | 911 |
Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5732 cc | 3822 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 233 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 408 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 82.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 11.8:1 |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.2 seconds | 4.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1684 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2360 mm |