1974 Chevrolet Impala vs. 1998 Porsche 911
To start off, 1998 Porsche 911 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Chevrolet Impala. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Chevrolet Impala would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 911 (443 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 333 more horse power than 1974 Chevrolet Impala. (110 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1974 Chevrolet Impala. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 259 kg more than 1998 Porsche 911.
Because 1998 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Chevrolet Impala. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1998 Porsche 911 (583 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 327 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Chevrolet Impala. (256 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1998 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Chevrolet Impala.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Chevrolet Impala | 1998 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
Model | Impala | 911 |
Year Released | 1974 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 443 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 256 Nm | 583 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1456 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2280 mm |