1974 Porsche 911 vs. 2011 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Porsche 911 (227 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Colorado. (185 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 649 kg more than 1974 Porsche 911.
Because 2011 Chevrolet Colorado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Colorado 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, 1974 Porsche 911 (280 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Colorado. (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1974 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Porsche 911 | 2011 Chevrolet Colorado | |
| Make | Porsche | Chevrolet |
| Model | 911 | Colorado |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1549 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2830 mm |
