1976 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1991 Porsche 911
To start off, 1991 Porsche 911 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,732 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Porsche 911 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1976 Chevrolet Caprice. (163 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1976 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 845 kg more than 1991 Porsche 911.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Chevrolet Caprice (353 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Porsche 911. (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1976 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Chevrolet Caprice | 1991 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
| Model | Caprice | 911 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5732 cc | 3163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1260 mm |
