1972 Porsche 914 vs. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Porsche 914. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Porsche 914 would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 1972 Porsche 914. (79 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1972 Porsche 914. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1386 kg more than 1972 Porsche 914. 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, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (413 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Porsche 914. (136 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Porsche 914.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Porsche 914 | 2012 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Porsche | Chevrolet |
| Model | 914 | Silverado |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1679 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 413 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 2311 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 5847 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2032 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1875 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3645 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 98 L |
