1972 Chevrolet Monte Carlo vs. 2006 Porsche Carrera GT
To start off, 2006 Porsche Carrera GT is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chevrolet Monte Carlo would be higher. Both 1972 Chevrolet Monte Carlo and 2006 Porsche Carrera GT are equipped with a 5,733 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche Carrera GT (604 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 438 more horse power than 1972 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. (166 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche Carrera GT should accelerate faster than 1972 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chevrolet Monte Carlo weights approximately 255 kg more than 2006 Porsche Carrera GT.
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, 2006 Porsche Carrera GT (590 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. (387 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche Carrera GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Chevrolet Monte Carlo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chevrolet Monte Carlo | 2006 Porsche Carrera GT | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
| Model | Monte Carlo | Carrera GT |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 604 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 590 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 98.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2740 mm |
