1972 Porsche 911 vs. 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche (316 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1972 Porsche 911. (165 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1972 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 1409 kg more than 1972 Porsche 911. 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, 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Porsche 911. (206 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Porsche 911. 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche has automatic transmission and 1972 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 1972 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Porsche 911 | 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
| Make | Porsche | Chevrolet |
| Model | 911 | Avalanche |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2339 cc | 5328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 2486 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 5621 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1946 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 3302 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 119 L |
