1975 Porsche 911 vs. 2012 Chevrolet Cruze
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Cruze is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Porsche 911 (260 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Cruze. (161 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Cruze.
Because 1975 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1975 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Cruze, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Cruze (360 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Porsche 911. (343 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Cruze will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Porsche 911 | 2012 Chevrolet Cruze | |
| Make | Porsche | Chevrolet |
| Model | 911 | Cruze |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.5:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4597 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1788 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 59 L |
